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Classic Beef Stew in Slow Cooker

This Classic Beef Stew in a Slow Cooker is the epitome of comfort food, offering rich, hearty flavors with tender beef and perfectly cooked vegetables. The slow cooking process enhances the flavors, allowing the broth to develop a deep, savory taste while the beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender. It's an ideal meal for cold evenings or whenever you're craving something warming and filling. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful gravy or enjoy it on its own for a wholesome, satisfying dish. This recipe is perfect for both seasoned cooks and beginners, requiring minimal hands-on time and delivering maximum flavor.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Portions
Calories 350 kcal

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Stew

  • 1 kg beef chuck cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 large carrots peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 medium potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 500 ml beef broth
  • 250 ml red wine
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Classic Beef Stew in Slow Cooker

Instructions
 

Browning the Beef

  • Pat the beef cubes dry and season with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sear the beef until browned on all sides. Transfer to the slow cooker.

Sautéing Vegetables

  • In the same skillet, sauté onions, celery, and garlic for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes. Deglaze the skillet with red wine.
  • Pour the mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.

Slow Cooking

  • Add carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, thyme, and smoked paprika to the slow cooker.
  • Pour beef broth over the ingredients. Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4–6 hours.

Finishing Touches

  • Remove bay leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Tips and Variations

For a thicker stew, mash some of the potatoes before serving. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Keyword Beef Stew, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Slow Cooker Recipes
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