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<\/span><\/span>Slow Cooker Beef Stew <\/strong>is a simple and affordable stew that’s great to make during the colder months. The beef is tender, the veggies are soft but not mushy, and the gravy sauce is amazing over a side of mashed potatoes or soaked up with a homemade roll.<\/p>\n
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Unlike other slow cooker beef stews you can find out there, this one is not bland or watery! I have the recipe down pat and have found the perfect combination of flavors and amount of liquid to add while it cooks. I hope you love Crock Pot beef stew with gravy as much as I do!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  • Hearty and Delicious:<\/strong> This is one of those “stick to your ribs” dinners that leaves everyone feeling satisfied after you have it. Perfect for staying cozy during the colder months of the year.<\/li>\n
  • Simple Ingredients:<\/strong> There’s nothing too fancy about the ingredients in this beef stew Crock Pot recipe and yet it’s one of those dishes we come back to over and over again because it’s just so good!<\/li>\n
  • Great for Meal Prep:<\/strong> I love making a big batch of Crock Pot beef stew at the start of the week and then I don’t have to think about what’s for dinner. Just grab some out of the fridge and heat it up!<\/li>\n
  • Kid-Favorite:<\/strong> Crock Pot stew is a heartwarming dish and a great way to get picky eaters to enjoy their vegetables. It’s one of my family’s favorite Crock Pot stew recipes!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Ingredients<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    • Chuck Roast: <\/strong>Chuck roast is a great cut for this dish. It has rich, beefy flavor and is ideal for slow cooking or else it can be tough. It might be called shoulder steak, boneless chuck roast, or chuck shoulder pot roast at the store. You could also use braising steak, stewing steak, top round roast or rump roast instead.<\/li>\n
    • Butter: <\/strong>You’ll use butter to sear the beef and saute the vegetables until soft. Any neutral oil could also be used.<\/li>\n
    • Yellow Onion and Garlic: <\/strong>Aromatics add a ton of flavor to the base of the stew.<\/li>\n
    • Beef Broth: <\/strong>Broth gets added to keep everything moist and tender while it cooks.<\/li>\n
    • Worcestershire Sauce: <\/strong>I love a good splash of Worcestershire to boost the flavor in a stew. It pairs well with the beef and adds a lot of umami flavor to the gravy.<\/li>\n
    • Celery, Carrots, and Yukon Gold Potatoes: <\/strong>You’re going to chop these fresh veggies down to bite-sized pieces and they’ll cook in the Crock Pot right alongside the beef.<\/li>\n
    • Tomato Paste: <\/strong>For a bit of acidity and more depth of flavor in the sauce.<\/li>\n
    • Seasonings: <\/strong>I used ground black pepper, salt, dried rosemary, dried thyme, and bay leaves. Feel free to customize with your favorite spices! Garlic powder, onion powder, or smoked paprika would all be great additions.<\/li>\n
    • Cornstarch: <\/strong>It’s used to thicken up the sauce at the end of the cooking time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Variations<\/h2>\n
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      • Add More Vegetables: <\/strong>You could use butternut squash, parsnip, turnip, or sweet potatoes in this stew.<\/li>\n
      • Gluten and Dairy Free: <\/strong>Use olive oil instead of butter and coconut aminos instead of Worcestershire sauce.<\/li>\n
      • Irish-Inspired: <\/strong>Add a cup of Guinness beer to replace some of the beef broth for a pub-style stew.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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        How To Make Beef Stew In The Crock Pot<\/strong><\/h2>\n

        This Crock Pot beef stew recipe is not hard to make. The most work is just chopping up the beef and veggies before you throw everything in the Crock Pot.<\/p>\n

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        1. Step 1: Brown the Meat. <\/strong>Separate the beef cubes into about 3 batches; we’re going to cook them separately so the pan isn’t overcrowded. Heat up the butter and throw in your first batch of beef cubes. Sear them for about 45 seconds on each side. Remove the meat and place it in the slow cooker. Then repeat for the other 2 batches.<\/li>\n
        2. Step 2: Cook the Onion and Garlic. <\/strong>Using the same skillet (and all its brown bits from the beef), add the onion and let it cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Throw in the garlic during the last 30 seconds. When they’re done and fragrant, add them to the slow cooker.<\/li>\n
        3. Step 3: Add the Other Ingredients. <\/strong>Everything else now gets added to the slow cooker, including the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, celery, black pepper, salt, rosemary, and thyme. Place the bay leaves on top.<\/li>\n
        4. Step 4: Cook. <\/strong>Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or high for 4 -5 hours.<\/li>\n
        5. Step 5: Make the Cornstarch Slurry. <\/strong>Whisk the cold water and cornstarch together until it’s free from lumps. Pour it into the stew and stir it around. Cook for another 10 minutes or until the sauce thickens up. Serve and enjoy!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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          Hint: Cooking Time<\/h3>\n

          If you’re using a rump roast or bottom round roast, the cooking time may take a bit longer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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          Expert Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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          • Use the Low Setting:<\/strong> While technically you can cook this dish in your Crock Pot on the high setting, I think it works best for this recipe to use the low setting. It really allows the beef to tenderize and get that perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture.<\/li>\n
          • Searing the Meat:<\/strong> You can skip this step but I think it adds a lot more flavor if you take the time to get a crispy golden exterior on the meat cubes before adding them to the Crock Pot. It seals in the juices. Stew meat recipes are so much better if you get that sear!<\/li>\n
          • Choose the Right Cut of Meat:<\/strong> Look for a well-marbled chuck roast and be sure to cut the chunks into uniform 1-inch size pieces. This will ensure they cook evenly.<\/li>\n
          • Don’t Crowd the Pan When Searing: <\/strong>If you overcrowd the pan, it won’t sear the meat as well which means the flavor won’t be quite as good.<\/li>\n
          • Deglaze the Pan:<\/strong> After browning the meat and cooking the onions and garlic, add a splash of beef broth to the hot pan and scrape out the brown bits. These caramelized pieces add a ton of flavor to the stew.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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