Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Set-and-forget beef stew made in the slow cooker. Tender beef and vegetables with minimal effort.

Prep: 15min
Cook: 480min
Serves: 6
easy
365 cal
Tender slow cooker beef stew with vegetables

Recipe Categories

TomatoBeef StewOnionGarlicCarrotBeefCornPotato

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Beef stew meatcut into chunks
  • 1.5 lbs Baby potatoeshalved
  • 1 lb Carrotscut into chunks
  • 3 stalks Celerychopped
  • 1 large Oniondiced
  • 4 cloves Garlicminced
  • 3 cups Beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup Red wineoptional
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons Water

Instructions

  1. 1

    Add beef, potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion to slow cooker.

  2. 2

    Mix broth, tomato paste, wine, and seasonings.

  3. 3

    Pour liquid mixture over ingredients in slow cooker.

  4. 4

    Cook on low 7-8 hours or high 3-4 hours.

  5. 5

    Mix cornstarch and water, stir into stew.

  6. 6

    Cook 15 minutes more until thickened.

💡 Pro Tips

Don't lift the lid during cooking - this releases heat and extends cooking time.

🔄 Variations

Add mushrooms, peas, or different root vegetables.

🏠 Storage

Store in refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 6 months.

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