Description
Discover the ultimate slow cooker beef stew, a hearty one‑pot wonder perfect for busy evenings. This recipe combines tender smoked beef cubes, savory beef broth, sweet carrots, creamy potatoes, and aromatic onion and garlic, seasoned with thyme and bay leaves. In just 8 low‑heat hours the flavors meld into a rich, comforting stew that serves six, delivering warm nutrition and classic home cooking vibes. Ideal for meal‑prep and family gatherings. Serve with crusty bread for extra satisfaction.!!!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into cubes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef with salt and pepper.
- Place beef, carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic in the slow cooker.
- Add beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the beef is tender.
- Remove bay leaves before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add a splash of grape juice for subtle sweetness or stir in fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Soups & Stews
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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