Description
Slow-Cooked Beef Stew is a heartwarming dish that delivers rich flavors and tender meat, making it the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights. As it simmers in your slow cooker, the savory aroma fills your home, inviting family and friends to gather around the table. This hearty stew combines succulent beef chuck roast with fresh vegetables like carrots and potatoes, creating a deliciously satisfying meal that’s perfect for both special occasions and casual dinners. With easy preparation and great leftovers that taste even better the next day, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2–3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 large carrots, thickly sliced
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, chopped
- 2 yellow onions, coarsely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop vegetables and mince garlic. Cut beef into bite-sized pieces; season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Meat: In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the beef on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Transfer seared beef to slow cooker; add vegetables, broth, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until beef is fork-tender.
- Serve: Ladle stew into bowls and enjoy warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For thicker stew, mix cornstarch with cold water before adding it during the last cooking hour. Customize by adding seasonal vegetables or different herbs.