Description
easy beef stew is a comforting, one‑pot dinner that combines tender beef chunks with carrots, potatoes, onion, and aromatic herbs for a satisfying meal. This slow‑cooker recipe delivers rich flavor in just a few steps, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal‑prep. Use beef broth, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper for a classic taste that’s both hearty and simple, ideal for family gatherings and easy weeknight cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef, cut into chunks
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the beef, carrots, potatoes, onion, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker.
- Pour the beef broth over the mixture, ensuring everything is just covered.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours (or high for 4 hours) until the beef is fork‑tender.
- If a thicker stew is desired, stir in a slurry of 2 tablespoons flour mixed with cold water during the last 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, then let the stew rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra depth
- brown the beef before adding it to the slow cooker. Adjust seasoning after cooking if needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Beef
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: easy beef stew, slow cooker beef stew, comfort food recipes, weeknight dinner ideas, hearty stew recipe, family dinner stew, easy one pot meals