Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort of a warm bowl of Comforting Crockpot Beef Stew, perfect for those chilly fall and winter evenings. This hearty dish features tender beef chunks simmered with a medley of fresh vegetables, creating a rich and satisfying meal that warms the soul. Ideal for family dinners or cozy nights at home, this stew is simple to prepare and even easier to customize with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy it with crusty bread or over creamy mashed potatoes for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by trimming excess fat from the beef and chopping vegetables into uniform pieces. Season the beef with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the beef until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the seared beef to the crockpot. Add carrots, potatoes, onion, garlic, tomato paste, herbs, and beef broth; stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until the beef is fork-tender and vegetables are soft.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg