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Crockpot Beef Stew

Crockpot Beef Stew

Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this easy Crockpot Beef Stew recipe. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can set it and forget it while your slow cooker transforms simple ingredients into a heartwarming meal. Tender beef and a medley of hearty vegetables simmer in a rich gravy, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The blend of flavors creates a deliciously satisfying dish that everyone will love, and the leftovers are even tastier the next day. Give your family a cozy dinner they won’t forget!

  • Total Time: 51 minute
  • Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 pounds cubed stew beef
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon beef bouillon
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1.5 pounds golden Yukon potatoes (cut into chunks)
  • 2 cups sliced carrots
  • 1 large yellow onion (sliced)
  • 1 cup frozen sweet peas
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Pour the beef broth into the crockpot and add cubed stew beef, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, beef bouillon, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir gently to combine.
  2. Layer in the Yukon potatoes, carrots, and onion evenly over the beef mixture.
  3. Cover and cook on high for 4–6 hours or low for 6–8 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
  4. Stir in the frozen sweet peas once cooked to warm through.
  5. For thickening, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth, then slowly add to the crockpot while stirring continuously.
  6. Cook on high for an additional 10 minutes until thickened and serve immediately.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours (high) or 8 hours (low)
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Choose well-marbled beef for optimal tenderness. Browning the beef before adding it to the pot will enhance flavor. Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or green beans.

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