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Slow Cooker Beef Stew Easy Recipe for Perfect Flavor

slow cooker beef stew easy recipe

A simple and delicious slow cooker beef stew recipe that delivers perfect flavor with minimal effort.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 4 medium carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes on all sides.
  2. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.
  3. Add the carrots, potatoes, onion, garlic, and tomato paste to the slow cooker.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and add thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the beef is tender.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious beef stew!

Notes

  • For a thicker stew, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with cold water and stir it into the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or green beans for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • This stew can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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