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The Best Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe

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Make this easy slow cooker beef stew for a hearty, comforting dinner. The beef cooks until tender, and the simple preparation means less time in the kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for thickening)
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef pieces dry and season them with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the browned beef to the crockpot.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the same skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Pour the onion and garlic mixture into the crockpot over the beef.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk the flour into about 1/2 cup of the beef broth until smooth. Pour this slurry into the crockpot.
  6. Add the remaining beef broth, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and smoked paprika to the crockpot. Stir everything together.
  7. Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 6 hours.
  8. Add the carrots and potatoes to the crockpot. Stir gently.
  9. Cover and continue cooking on LOW for another 2 to 3 hours, or until the vegetables are tender and the beef pulls apart easily.
  10. Stir in the frozen peas during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  11. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving this family favorite beef stew hot.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can sear the beef in a little flour before browning to help thicken the stew later.
  • If you prefer a thicker gravy, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • This recipe makes a wonderful make ahead beef stew; cool completely before refrigerating for up to 3 days.

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