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Crockpot Beef Stew

Crockpot Beef Stew: Hearty Comfort Food for Cozy Nights

Crockpot Beef Stew is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly nights, bringing warmth with every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Stew
  • 3 pounds Beef (Chuck Roast) Choose well-marbled cuts for ultimate tenderness.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For browning the beef.
  • 1 cup Stout Beer Adds depth and richness.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Opt for vegetable broth for a lighter alternative.
  • 2 medium Carrots Chopped.
  • 2 medium Parsnips Chopped.
  • 2 medium Potatoes Diced.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 5 leaves Fresh Sage Optional; can substitute thyme.
  • 2 tablespoons Beef Base (or Bouillon) Intensifies beef flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste For balancing flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Softened.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour For thickening the stew.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the Beef: Generously season the beef chuck roast with kosher salt and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Brown the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet, add seasoned beef, and sear on all sides for 5-6 minutes.
  3. Deglaze the Skillet: Pour stout beer and beef broth into the skillet, simmering for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Transfer beef to slow cooker and add chopped carrots, parsnips, potatoes, onion, garlic, sage, beef base, and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
  5. Prepare Thickening Paste: Mix softened butter and flour in a small bowl and drop spoonfuls over the other ingredients in the slow cooker.
  6. Set the Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low heat for 7 hours until beef is tender.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Ladle mixture into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This Crockpot Beef Stew is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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