Crockpot Beef Stew
The ultimate comfort food with tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a savory broth, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef stew meat
- 4 pieces carrots, chopped
- 4 pieces potatoes, diced
- 1 piece onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid Ingredients
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- to taste salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for browning the beef
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the beef stew meat on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Transfer the beef to a crockpot.
- Add the chopped carrots, diced potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the crockpot.
- In a separate bowl, mix the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the ingredients in the crockpot.
- Add the bay leaf.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the beef is tender.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or hot sauce while cooking. Customize by adding your favorite vegetables like green beans or peas. Serve with fresh herbs, like parsley, for a burst of color and freshness.