Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
518 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe
Description
The Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe combines bite-sized chuck roast cubes with potatoes, carrots, tomatoes, and beef stock, all slowly cooked to develop deep flavors and tender texture. The stew incorporates a seasoning mix and optional Worcestershire sauce for a balanced savory profile. Pearl onions and celery can be added for additional aroma and texture.
Slow cooking on low heat for 6 to 8 hours breaks down the meat connective tissue, resulting in a tender, flavorful dish where vegetables absorb the rich broth. This one-pot meal simplifies dinner by requiring minimal hands-on time.
Serve the stew hot as a satisfying main course. It pairs well with crusty bread or over rice to soak up the broth. The dish stores well in the refrigerator and freezes for later use, making it practical for meal prep.
Notes include detailed steps for cooling, refrigerating, freezing, thawing, and reheating the stew to maintain quality. Adding extra beef stock or water upon reheating helps restore the desired consistency if needed.
Ingredients
- 1 (3-4) pound chuck roast cut into bite sized cubes
- 2 teaspoons seasoning mix Stone House brand
- 2 pounds potato cut into chunks, new
- 3 carrot sliced into 1-inch slices
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups beef stock or beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Optional, or Coconut Aminos
- 1/2 /2 cup pearl onions Optional - frozen
- 3 talks celery Optional - chopped
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to slow cooker insert and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Stir and serve warm.
Notes
- Cool the stew thoroughly before refrigerating or freezing to ensure food safety.
- Store refrigerated stew in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Freeze the stew in a freezer-safe container for up to three months and thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- When reheating, warm on stovetop or in microwave, adding beef stock or water if the stew is too thick.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 518 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 518kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 0.001g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 141mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 1059mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 1308mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 3892IU | 78% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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