Slow Cooker Beef Vegetable Stew (Printable Version)
Tender beef and root vegetables simmered slowly with savory herbs for a rich, comforting meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Vegetables
02 - 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
04 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 1 large onion, chopped
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 cup frozen peas
→ Liquids
08 - 4 cups beef broth
09 - 1/4 cup tomato paste
10 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
11 - 2 tbsp red wine
→ Spices & Herbs
12 - 2 tsp salt
13 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
14 - 2 bay leaves
15 - 1 tsp dried thyme
16 - 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
17 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
→ Thickeners
18 - 2 tbsp cornstarch
19 - 2 tbsp water
# Directions:
01 - Place the beef cubes into the slow cooker.
02 - Arrange the carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, and minced garlic evenly over the beef.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and red wine until well combined.
04 - Pour the liquid mixture over the meat and vegetables in the slow cooker. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and add the bay leaves.
05 - Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
06 - Thirty minutes before serving, stir in the frozen peas.
07 - Optional: For a thicker stew, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth and stir into the stew. Cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes until thickened.
08 - Remove bay leaves, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
# Top Tips:
01 -
- It fills your whole house with warmth and aroma without you lifting a finger for eight hours.
- The beef gets so tender it falls apart with a spoon, and the vegetables soak up all those savory flavors.
- It's the kind of meal that tastes even better the next day, which makes it perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd.
02 -
- Resist the urge to peek constantly—every time you lift the lid, you're releasing steam and adding time to your cooking.
- If you have time, sear the beef in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker; it adds a layer of caramelized flavor that makes the whole stew taste richer.
03 -
- Don't skip the Worcestershire sauce—that umami hit is what makes people ask for the recipe.
- If you're short on time, use the high setting for 4 to 5 hours, but low and slow really is where this stew shines.