Crockpot Beef Stew

why make this recipe

Crockpot Beef Stew is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. It’s easy to prepare and requires minimal effort once you set it in the crockpot. This recipe brings together tender beef, hearty vegetables, and rich broth, making it a delightful meal for family and friends. Plus, cooking it slowly allows all the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a dish that warms your heart.

how to make Crockpot Beef Stew

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 bay leaf

Directions:

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat on the stove.
2. Add the beef stew meat to the skillet in a single layer.
3. Brown the beef on all sides, turning occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes.
4. Once the beef is browned, transfer it to the crockpot.
5. Peel and cube the potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces.
6. Peel and slice the carrots into about 1/4-inch thick rounds.
7. Chop the onion into small pieces.
8. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
9. Add the potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic to the crockpot with the beef.
10. Pour the beef broth into the crockpot over the beef and vegetables.
11. Pour the red wine into the crockpot as well.
12. Add the tomato paste to the mixture in the crockpot.
13. Sprinkle the dried thyme over the contents in the crockpot.
14. Sprinkle the dried rosemary into the crockpot.
15. Add the salt to the mixture in the crockpot.
16. Sprinkle the black pepper over the ingredients in the crockpot.
17. Stir everything together gently in the crockpot to combine.
18. In a small bowl, whisk the flour with a couple of tablespoons of water until smooth.
19. Add the flour mixture to the crockpot and stir it in.
20. Place the bay leaf into the crockpot.
21. Cover the crockpot with the lid.
22. Set the crockpot to cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
23. Once the stew is done cooking, remove the bay leaf and discard it.
24. Give the stew a final stir and check the seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
25. Serve the beef stew hot, and enjoy your meal!

how to serve Crockpot Beef Stew

Serve the Crockpot Beef Stew in bowls, accompanied by crusty bread or over a bed of rice. You can also top it with fresh herbs like parsley for added flavor and presentation. This dish is substantial enough to serve on its own, making it perfect for a cozy dinner.

how to store Crockpot Beef Stew

To store your leftover Crockpot Beef Stew, let it cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. If you want to store it longer, consider freezing it in portions. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, thaw it in the fridge overnight and reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

tips to make Crockpot Beef Stew

• For extra flavor, marinate the beef overnight with salt, pepper, and herbs before cooking.
• Use a good quality beef broth for richer taste.
• Add extra vegetables like peas or bell peppers for more variety.
• For a thicker stew, you can add more flour or a cornstarch slurry towards the end of cooking.

variation

You can make a delicious version of Beef Stew by adding mushrooms, celery, or even green beans. For a different twist, consider using different types of meat like chicken or lamb.

FAQs

Can I use frozen beef?
Yes, but it's best to thaw the meat before cooking for even browning and better texture.

Can I skip the red wine?
Absolutely! You can replace it with additional beef broth or add a splash of vinegar for acidity.

How do I make it gluten-free?
Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch as a thickening agent instead of regular flour.

Crockpot Beef Stew

Crockpot Beef Stew is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare, it brings tender beef, hearty vegetables, and rich broth together, delivering a delightful meal that warms your heart.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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For the stew

• 2 pounds beef stew meat Use a good quality beef for best results.
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed Cube into roughly 1-inch pieces.
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced Slice into about 1/4-inch thick rounds.
• 1 medium onion, chopped Chop into small pieces.
• 3 cloves garlic, minced Mince finely.
• 1 cup beef broth Use good quality broth.
• 1/2 cup red wine Can be replaced with more beef broth.
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat on the stove.
2. Add the beef stew meat to the skillet in a single layer.
3. Brown the beef on all sides, turning occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes.
4. Once the beef is browned, transfer it to the crockpot.
5. Peel and cube the potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces.
6. Peel and slice the carrots into about 1/4-inch thick rounds.
7. Chop the onion into small pieces.
8. Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Cooking

1. Add the potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic to the crockpot with the beef.
2. Pour the beef broth and red wine into the crockpot over the beef and vegetables.
3. Add the tomato paste, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper to the mixture in the crockpot.
4. Stir everything together gently in the crockpot to combine.
5. In a small bowl, whisk the flour with a couple of tablespoons of water until smooth.
6. Add the flour mixture to the crockpot and stir it in.
7. Place the bay leaf into the crockpot.
8. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.

Finishing

1. Once the stew is done cooking, remove the bay leaf and discard it.
2. Give the stew a final stir and check the seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
3. Serve the beef stew hot, and enjoy your meal!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve the Crockpot Beef Stew in bowls, accompanied by crusty bread or over a bed of rice. Top with fresh herbs like parsley for added flavor and presentation. For extra flavor, marinate the beef overnight with salt, pepper, and herbs before cooking. Use a good quality beef broth and consider adding extra vegetables for more variety.

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