Save to Pinterest A hearty, comforting stew featuring tender beef and a medley of vegetables, slowly simmered for rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
This cozy stew has become a family favorite after I first served it on a chilly evening when we needed something warm and satisfying.
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Ingredients
- Beef chuck: 2 lbs (900 g) beef chuck, cut into 1 inch cubes
- Carrots: 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- Potatoes: 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- Celery stalks: 2 celery stalks, sliced
- Onion: 1 large onion, chopped
- Frozen peas: 2 cups (300 g)
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Beef broth: 4 cups (950 ml) beef broth (gluten free if needed)
- Diced tomatoes: 1 (14 oz/400 g) can, undrained
- Tomato paste: 2 tbsp
- Worcestershire sauce: 2 tbsp
- Salt: 1 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper: 1 tsp freshly ground
- Dried thyme: 1 tsp
- Dried rosemary: 1 tsp
- Bay leaves: 2
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Cornstarch: 2 tbsp (optional, for thickening)
- Water: 2 tbsp (optional, for thickening)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Sear the beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides, about 4 5 minutes per batch. Transfer browned beef to the slow cooker.
- Step 2:
- Add carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
- Step 3:
- Pour in beef broth, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Step 4:
- Sprinkle in salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and add bay leaves. Stir gently to combine.
- Step 5:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7 8 hours or HIGH for 4 5 hours, until beef is fork tender and vegetables are cooked through.
- Step 6:
- About 30 minutes before serving, add the frozen peas.
- Step 7:
- If a thicker stew is desired: mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry, then stir into the stew. Cook for an additional 20 30 minutes until thickened.
- Step 8:
- Remove bay leaves. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.
Save to Pinterest Preparing this stew always brings my family together around the dinner table to enjoy its rich, comforting flavors and share stories.
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Nutritional Information
Calories: 375, Total Fat: 13 g, Carbohydrates: 32 g, Protein: 34 g per serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with crusty bread andPair with a robust red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon.
Variations
Substitute sweet potatoes for regular potatoes for a sweeter twist.
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This slow cooker beef stew is perfect for busy days when you want hearty homemade comfort food without the fuss.
Questions & Answers
- → How should the beef be prepared before cooking?
Brown the beef cubes in olive oil over medium-high heat to seal in juices and enhance flavor before slow cooking.
- → Can I substitute any vegetables?
Yes, sweet potatoes can replace regular potatoes for a sweeter twist; other root vegetables may work well too.
- → How do I thicken the stew if desired?
Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then stir it into the stew and cook for 20-30 minutes until thickened.
- → When should the peas be added?
Add frozen peas about 30 minutes before serving to maintain their bright color and texture.
- → Are there allergen considerations?
Use gluten-free broth and Worcestershire sauce if needed; be aware Worcestershire sauce typically contains soy.
