Crockpot Beef Stew
Crockpot Beef Stew is a hearty and comforting dish that combines tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and rich seasonings, all slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for fall and winter, this easy recipe offers a flavorful meal that warms the soul.
Equipment
- Slow cooker (at least 6-quart)
- Sharp chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Large frying pan
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Airtight containers
Ingredients
- Beef chuck roast or bottom round cut into bite-sized pieces
- Carrots chopped
- Celery chopped
- Onions chopped
- Potatoes red and Yukon gold, diced
- Mushrooms sliced
- Garlic minced
- Flour
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Ground black pepper
- Paprika
- Fresh thyme
- Fresh parsley chopped
- Bay leaves
- Beef broth
- Tomato paste
- Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Season beef with salt, pepper, and paprika. Coat with flour.
- Brown the beef in a pan with olive oil, then transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, mushrooms, garlic, beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaves to the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Remove bay leaves and stir in fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: Approximately 355-576 per serving
- Fat: 19g-30g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 25g-50g per serving
- Protein: High in protein
- Fiber: Includes dietary fiber from vegetables