Slow Cooker Beef Stew
This hearty slow cooker beef stew is the perfect comfort food for family dinners. Let the slow cooker do all the work for fall-apart tender beef and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- beef chuck
- carrots
- potatoes
- onion
- garlic
- beef broth
- salt and pepper
- tomato paste
Instructions
Steps
- Prepare all the ingredients by chopping the vegetables and cutting the beef into chunks.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and brown the beef on all sides.
- Place the beef and chopped vegetables into the slow cooker, then add garlic and herbs.
- Pour the beef broth over the mixture, season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine.
- Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours.
- For a thicker stew, whisk cornstarch with water and add it during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Notes
For storage, cool completely and refrigerate or freeze in airtight containers. Reheat gently over the stove or in the microwave.