Beef Stew Crockpot
My Beef Stew Crockpot recipe is rich, hearty and full of tender beef, soft potatoes and sweet carrots simmered in a flavorful broth.
Servings: 8
Calories: 379kcal
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Large Skillet
- Spouted Measuring Cup
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 2 pounds chuck/blade roast cut into chunks
- 2 ½ cups beef broth low sodium
- 1 pound red potatoes diced into cubes
- 2 cups carrots peeled and cut into ¼” thickness (larger round I cut in half)
- 1 large yellow onion cut into chunks
- ½ cup dry red wine I used a Chanti
- 3 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3-4 tablespoon gluten free all-purpose flour can use regular, optional see notes
- 1 ½ cups frozen peas
Instructions
- Optional Step: Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add 2 teaspoon oil and butter at time, work in batches and lightly sear the meat on all sides (I find it saves time to use bigger chunks and allow them to rest then cut into bite-sized pieces, but you can do that in reverse).Once complete with all the meat, transfer to a large Crock Pot.
- Add in all remaining ingredients except for the flour and peas, stir to mix well.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours (high for 4-5).
- To thicken, transfer about ½ cup of the broth to a spouted measuring cup and whisk in the flour. Then pour it back into the slow cooker and cook for an additional 15 minutes but on HIGH.
- When ready to serve add in the peas and stir to combine. They will warm up very quickly and start to soften.
Notes
- Sear First: Browning the beef adds incredible depth to your stew — don’t skip it.
- Don’t Rush: The low-and-slow method is what makes this stew melt-in-your-mouth tender.
- Cut Evenly: Uniform pieces of potatoes and carrots ensure everything cooks evenly.
- Thicken Last: Wait until the end to add flour or a cornstarch slurry for the perfect consistency.
- Browning: While browning of the meat is optional, we highly recommend it, it add so much additional flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 379kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 1085mg | Potassium: 962mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5760IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 4mg
