Description
Beef stew in a crock pot is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. Tender chunks of beef merge with colorful vegetables in a rich, savory broth, creating a meal that’s not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, this dish is ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings with friends. Let the magic of slow cooking fill your home with inviting aromas that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 3 large Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into chunks
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping all vegetables into similar sizes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes).
- Remove beef from the skillet and add minced garlic and onions to sauté until fragrant (about 3-5 minutes).
- Transfer seared beef back to the crock pot. Add carrots, potatoes, thyme, bay leaves, salt, pepper, and beef broth. Stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg