Crockpot Beef Stew
A rich and comforting beef stew that cooks itself in a crockpot, perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat
- 4 pieces carrots, sliced
- 4 pieces potatoes, diced
- 1 piece onion, diced
- 4 cups beef broth Ensure it is gluten-free if needed.
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Brown the beef stew meat in batches.
- Transfer the browned beef to the crockpot.
- Add the carrots, potatoes, and onion on top of the beef.
- Pour in the beef broth and season with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender.
- Stir before serving and enjoy your hearty stew.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine when cooking the beef. Adjust the seasoning to your taste; for spice, include cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes. You can substitute frozen vegetables; add them near the end of cooking. After cooling, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g
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