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Crockpot beef stew with potatoes and carrots

Crockpot Beef Stew

This hearty crockpot beef stew is packed with tender beef chunks, baby potatoes, and carrots simmered slowly in a rich, savory broth. It’s the ultimate comfort food, warm, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights or cozy winter dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort food
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Beef chuck roast Cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 1 lb Baby potatoes Halved
  • 4 Carrots Cut into chunks
  • 1 Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 3 cups Beef broth Low sodium preferred
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste Adds rich flavor
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Optional for umami
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • ½ tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme Or 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 sprig Fresh rosemary Optional garnish
  • 2 tbsp All-purpose flour To thicken stew optional

Equipment

  • 1 Crockpot / Slow Cooker 6-quart recommended
  • 1 Cutting board For prepping veggies
  • 1 Chef’s Knife Sharp blade for dicing meat
  • 1 Wooden Spoon For stirring stew
  • 1 Measuring Cups For accurate liquid amounts

Method
 

  1. Prep Ingredients: Cut beef, potatoes, and carrots into uniform chunks for even cooking.
  2. Sear the Beef (optional): In a skillet, brown beef on all sides for deeper flavor.
  3. Load the Crockpot: Add beef, potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic into the slow cooker.
  4. Add Liquids: Pour in beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir to combine.
  5. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until beef is tender.
  6. Thicken the Stew (optional): Mix flour with a little water, stir into the stew, and cook for 15 more minutes.
  7. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or rosemary and serve hot.

Notes

For a thicker stew, mash a few potatoes before serving or add a cornstarch slurry.
Substitute beef with mushrooms for a vegetarian twist.
Pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side salad.