Rustic Slow Cooker Beef Stew: The Ultimate Comfort Recipe!
This warm and inviting beef stew is the epitome of comfort food. Made effortlessly in your slow cooker, it's perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you're in need of a hearty meal. Loaded with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and a savory broth, it’s sure to be a family favorite.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 3 cups beef broth low sodium
- 3 cups carrots peeled and sliced
- 3 cups potatoes cubed
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for browning
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides.
- Transfer browned beef to a slow cooker. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and potatoes.
- In a bowl, mix beef broth with tomato paste, thyme, and pepper. Pour over beef and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or until beef is tender.
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or green beans in the last hour of cooking for added flavor and texture variation.