Description

Discover a comforting beef stew perfect for busy women over 40, cooked low and slow in a single pot. Tender diced beef mingles with sweet carrots, aromatic onion, garlic, and thyme, all simmered in rich beef broth seasoned with salt and pepper. In just eight hours the flavors meld into a hearty, melt‑in‑your‑mouth dinner that fills the home with warmth. This easy recipe requires minimal prep, no chopping after the start, and delivers nutritious, satisfying meals for the whole family.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound beef, diced
2 cups carrots, sliced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups beef broth
2 teaspoons thyme
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Pat the diced beef dry and, if desired, brown it briefly in a skillet for extra flavor.
Place the beef, carrots, onion, garlic, and thyme into the slow cooker.
Pour the beef broth over the ingredients and season with salt and pepper.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours (or high for 4 hours) until the beef is fork‑tender.
Taste, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor
brown the beef briefly in a skillet before adding to the slow cooker. Adjust seasoning at the end of cooking if needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Beef
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 75mg

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