Description
This Hearty Slow Cooker Beef Stew is the perfect comforting meal for cozy nights. Tender beef chuck cubes slowly simmer with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs in a rich beef broth, creating a flavorful and satisfying stew that requires minimal prep and hands-off cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Seasoning
- 2 lbs Beef Chuck (cut into cubes)
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Thyme (dried)
- 1 tsp Rosemary (dried)
Vegetables
- 3 large Carrots (sliced)
- 2 large Potatoes (cubed)
- 1 medium Onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
Liquids and Sauces
- 4 cups Beef Broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
Instructions
- Season the Beef: In a large bowl, thoroughly season the beef chuck cubes with salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and dried rosemary, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated to enhance flavor.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned beef cubes into the slow cooker base, spreading them out evenly to allow consistent cooking.
- Add Vegetables: Layer the sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic over the beef in the slow cooker, distributing them evenly for balanced texture and taste.
- Combine Broth and Sauce: Pour the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over the beef and vegetable mixture, which will create a rich, flavorful cooking liquid.
- Slow Cook the Stew: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours for tender meat and perfectly cooked vegetables. Alternatively, cook on high for 4 hours if pressed for time.
- Final Seasoning and Serve: Once cooking is complete, check the stew for seasoning and adjust salt or pepper as desired. Serve the stew warm for a hearty and cozy meal.
Notes
- For thicker stew, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes to allow some liquid to evaporate.
- Can be made a day ahead; flavors will deepen if refrigerated overnight and reheated.
- Add peas or green beans in the last hour of cooking for added color and nutrition.
- Use bone-in beef chuck for richer flavor, but boneless works well too.
- Serve with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes for a filling meal.
