Comfort Crockpot Beef Stew (Printable Version)

A hearty slow-cooked beef dish featuring tender root vegetables and warming spices.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Vegetables

02 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 3 medium parsnips, peeled and sliced
04 - 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
05 - 2 medium onions, chopped
06 - 3 celery stalks, sliced
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

08 - 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
09 - 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
10 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
11 - 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

→ Spices & Herbs

12 - 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
13 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
14 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
15 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
16 - 2 bay leaves

→ Thickener

17 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
18 - 2 tablespoons water

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Place the beef cubes in the bottom of the crockpot.
02 - Layer carrots, parsnips, potatoes, onions, celery, and garlic evenly over the beef.
03 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together beef broth, diced tomatoes with juices, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce, then pour over ingredients in the crockpot.
04 - Sprinkle salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary over the mixture and add bay leaves.
05 - Cover and cook on low setting for 8 hours until beef and vegetables are tender.
06 - Thirty minutes before serving, create a slurry by mixing cornstarch and water; stir it into the stew to thicken.
07 - Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning as needed, and serve hot.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Budget-friendly dinner with just $1.41 per serving
  • Warm, comforting one-pot meal that is easy to prepare
02 -
  • Worcestershire sauce may contain anchovies (fish). Check labels if allergic.
  • Always verify ingredient packaging for traces of gluten or other allergens.
03 -
  • Brown the beef cubes in a skillet for extra flavor and richness.
  • Swap parsnips for turnips or rutabaga to change up the flavor and texture.
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