Old-Fashioned Slow-Cooked Beef Stew 🥩🍲
Old-Fashioned Slow-Cooked Beef Stew is a comforting and hearty dish that features tender chunks of beef simmered with root vegetables and aromatic herbs. The long cooking time allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a rich and satisfying stew that warms the soul.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups beef broth low sodium
- 3 medium carrots sliced
- 2 medium potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon bay leaf whole
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for browning the meat
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chuck roast and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer the browned beef to a slow cooker. In the same skillet, add chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the seared onions and garlic to the slow cooker with the beef. Then, add sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, dried thyme, and the bay leaf. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Tip 1: For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine to the beef broth.
Tip 2: This stew can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator; the flavors will deepen.
Variation: Add peas or green beans in the last 30 minutes of cooking for a pop of color and nutrition.
Tip 2: This stew can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator; the flavors will deepen.
Variation: Add peas or green beans in the last 30 minutes of cooking for a pop of color and nutrition.