Save It A hearty, comforting beef stew slow-cooked with tender root vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings and budget-friendly at just $1.41 per serving.
The first time I made this crockpot beef stew was on a rainy weekend, and the aroma filled my kitchen all day. I love how easy it is to throw everything together and come home to a hearty meal that tastes like it simmered for hours.
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Ingredients
- Beef stew meat: 2 lbs (900 g), cut into 1-inch cubes
- Carrots: 3 medium, peeled and sliced
- Parsnips: 3 medium, peeled and sliced
- Potatoes: 2 medium, peeled and diced
- Onions: 2 medium, chopped
- Celery: 3 stalks, sliced
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Low-sodium beef broth: 4 cups (950 ml)
- Diced tomatoes: 1 (14.5 oz / 400 g) can, undrained
- Tomato paste: 2 tbsp
- Worcestershire sauce: 2 tbsp
- Salt: 2 tsp (or to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper: 1 tsp
- Dried thyme: 1 tsp
- Dried rosemary: 1 tsp
- Bay leaves: 2
- Cornstarch: 2 tbsp
- Water: 2 tbsp
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Instructions
- Layer Beef:
- Place the beef cubes in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add Vegetables:
- Add carrots, parsnips, potatoes, onions, celery, and garlic on top of the beef.
- Mix Liquids:
- In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour over the ingredients in the crockpot.
- Add Spices:
- Sprinkle in salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and add bay leaves.
- Slow Cook:
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours (or on high for 4 to 5 hours), until beef and vegetables are tender.
- Thicken:
- Thirty minutes before serving, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir into the stew to thicken.
- Finish & Serve:
- Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot.
Save It This beef stew has become a favorite for my family on busy weeknights. Everyone loves gathering around the table for a meal that is both nutritious and filling.
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Required Tools
Crockpot (slow cooker), chefs knife, cutting board, mixing bowl, ladle
Allergen Information
Contains none of the major allergens. Double-check Worcestershire sauce for fish and gluten content.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340, Total Fat: 10 g, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 33 g per serving
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This crockpot beef stew makes leftovers that taste even better the next day. Enjoy with crusty bread or spooned over mashed potatoes for maximum coziness.
