Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy slow cooker beef stew. This hearty dish features tender chunks of beef, simmered to perfection with a medley of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. Imagine walking into your home, greeted by the rich, savory aromas that fill the air. Perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings, this stew is not only delicious but also convenient—letting you enjoy more time with loved ones while it cooks. With minimal prep required, simply chop your ingredients, toss them in the slow cooker, and let it work its magic. Serve this warm bowl of goodness with crusty bread or over rice for a satisfying meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 3 medium carrots
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic into uniform pieces.
- Optional: In a skillet over medium heat, sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides.
- Transfer all prepared ingredients to your slow cooker and add garlic, thyme, and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in enough beef broth to cover the ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the meat is tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg