Description
A rich and hearty crockpot beef stew, perfect for cozy nights with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef and chop the vegetables into uniform pieces. Season the beef generously with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the beef to the crockpot. Add chopped vegetables, tomato paste, dried herbs, beef broth, and red wine (if using). Stir gently to combine.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 480 minutes or on high for 240-300 minutes until everything is fork-tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.
Notes
For extra richness, add Worcestershire sauce or balsamic vinegar during cooking. For a thicker stew, blend a half cup of the finished stew and stir it back in before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg