Description
Pioneer Woman’s Crockpot Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings. This hearty stew combines tender beef, a rich gravy, and a colorful medley of vegetables, creating a dish that warms your soul with every spoonful. With minimal prep and effortless cooking, you can enjoy mouthwatering flavors without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it with crusty bread or over creamy mashed potatoes for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 1 medium sweet yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the beef cubes dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Add onions and garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes). Deglaze with a splash of broth.
- Transfer meat mixture to the crockpot. Add potatoes, carrots, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, herbs, remaining broth, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Adjust seasoning if needed before serving with fresh parsley garnish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg