Slow Cooker Beef Stew
A hearty and comforting beef stew perfect for slow cooking, packed with tender meat and flavorful vegetables.
Ingredients
Meat
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf bay leaf
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Sear beef in a skillet until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer beef and all ingredients to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until beef is tender.
- Remove bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add fresh herbs or a splash of red wine during cooking.