Description
Crockpot beef stew is the ultimate comfort food that envelops you in warmth and flavor. This hearty dish combines tender beef, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, simmered to perfection in a slow cooker. Ideal for busy weeknights, it transforms into a delightful family meal that invites laughter and conversation around the dinner table. With minimal prep and maximum taste, this recipe will quickly become your go-to for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed
- 4 medium carrots, chopped
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cornstarch (optional for thickening)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and cubing the beef.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides.
- Add onions and garlic to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the crockpot; add carrots, potatoes, thyme, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, broth, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- For a thicker stew, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the stew 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg