Slow Cooked Beef Stew (15 Mins + Slow Cook Time)

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Beef stew is a classic comfort food that’s perfect for cold and rainy days. This recipe is also great for those times when I want to enjoy a hot, home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe requires minimal prep while the slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, infusing the flavors of the ingredients to create a savory and filling meal.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-8 hours
  • Total Time: 4.25 hours – 8.25 hours
  • Yield: 6–8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs. beef stew meat, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1 tsp. dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large slow cooker, combine the beef broth, diced tomatoes, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the flour with a few tablespoons of water to create a paste. Add this mixture to the slow cooker and stir until well combined.
  3. Season the beef stew meat with salt and pepper and add it to the slow cooker, stirring well to coat the meat.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  5. Once done, remove the bay leaves and serve hot.

Notes

To add more depth of flavor, you can also add some red wine to the broth. I typically serve this stew with some crusty bread or mashed potatoes to make a complete meal. You can also store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Enjoy!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
  • Calories: 260 calories
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 390mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 87mg

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