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Crock Pot Beef Stew

A hearty beef stew that's easy to make and perfect for family dinners. Just toss everything in the Crock Pot and let it simmer to savory perfection.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 pieces carrots, sliced
  • 4 pieces potatoes, diced
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 piece bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for browning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the beef on all sides.
  2. Transfer the browned beef to the Crock Pot.
  3. Add carrots, potatoes, onion, garlic, beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf to the Crock Pot.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Stir to combine, then cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the beef is tender.
  6. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Enjoy your hearty beef stew!

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine when browning the beef. For a thicker stew, whisk in a little cornstarch mixed with cold water towards the end of cooking. This dish can also be made gluten-free by using gluten-free beef broth. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.