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Easy Crock Pot Beef Stew

This hearty beef stew is slow-cooked to perfection, offering rich flavors with minimal effort—ideal for a cozy dinner at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 medium carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Broth and Seasoning
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a slow cooker, add the beef stew meat, carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
  4. Stir to combine everything well.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until the beef and vegetables are tender.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, sear the beef beforehand. This stew can be made with chicken or vegetables as a lighter option.