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Comforting Crock Pot Beef Stew

A hearty and flavorful beef stew that simmers in a crock pot, perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes The star of the dish
  • 4 pieces carrots, sliced
  • 4 pieces potatoes, diced
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth For liquid base
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme For seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For browning the beef

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Brown the beef cubes on all sides and transfer them to the crock pot.
  3. Add carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic to the crock pot.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender.
Serving
  1. Serve this beef stew hot with some crusty bread on the side for dipping.
  2. It also pairs wonderfully with a fresh garden salad.

Notes

For extra depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine to the broth. Feel free to toss in other vegetables like green beans or peas for variety. Adjust the seasoning to your taste; sometimes a little more thyme or pepper can enhance the flavor.