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Crockpot Beef Stew

Hearty Crockpot Beef Stew for the Perfect Cozy Night In

A comforting Crockpot Beef Stew recipe with tender beef and hearty vegetables, perfect for a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast or stew meat
  • 4 cups Yukon Gold Potatoes cubed
  • 3 cups Carrots chopped
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas added at end
  • 1 large Yellow Onion diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
For the Liquid
  • 4 cups Beef Broth or chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce optional
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch mixed with water to thicken
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Crockpot Beef Stew
  1. Prep Ingredients: Cut the beef into 1.5-inch cubes, season generously with salt and pepper. Cube the Yukon Gold potatoes and chop the carrots. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  2. Layer in Crockpot: Layer the diced onion at the bottom, followed by the beef cubes, cubed potatoes, and chopped carrots. Sprinkle minced garlic, thyme, and bay leaves on top.
  3. Add Liquids: Pour the beef broth over the ingredients, stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce, mixing gently.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours. Avoid lifting the lid.
  5. Final Seasoning: 30 minutes before serving, stir in frozen peas. Mix cornstarch with water to thicken the stew, adding to the pot and cooking for 10 minutes.
  6. Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve hot with bread or rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Brown the beef for richer flavor if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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