Description
Mom’s Slow Cooker Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender beef chuck, vibrant carrots, and creamy Yukon gold potatoes simmered in a rich, savory broth. With minimal prep time and the magic of slow cooking, you’ll enjoy a deliciously warm meal that brings family and friends together. Perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings, this stew delivers incredible flavor with every comforting bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Sear the Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the beef on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes).
- Layer It Up: Place the seared beef in the slow cooker, followed by carrots, potatoes, onions, and garlic.
- Add Flavor: Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce; stir gently to combine.
- Set It and Forget It: Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours or high for about 4 hours.
- Serve Up Happiness: Stir before serving with crusty bread on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg