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Cozy Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe with Potatoes and Carrots

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A comforting and easy slow cooker beef stew with tender beef, potatoes, and carrots simmered to perfection. Perfect for busy days and cozy evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds
  • 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth (low sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop the onions, carrots, and potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Mince the garlic cloves. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches for about 4-5 minutes per batch, then transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add tomato paste and cook for another minute.
  4. Transfer browned beef, sautéed onion mixture, carrots, and potatoes into the slow cooker. Pour in beef broth and add Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Add dried thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours until beef is fork-tender and vegetables are soft but not mushy.
  7. About 15 minutes before serving, taste and adjust seasoning. Remove bay leaves and sprinkle fresh parsley over the stew.
  8. Serve hot, optionally with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.

Notes

Brown the beef before slow cooking to deepen flavor. Use low heat for best texture. If stew is too thin, thicken with cornstarch slurry 30 minutes before end. Fresh parsley added at the end brightens flavor. For gluten-free, ensure Worcestershire sauce is gluten-free or substitute with tamari.

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