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Crock Pot Beef Stew

Crock Pot Beef Stew is a quintessential comfort food, perfect for cozy family dinners or a hearty lunch on a chilly day, combining tender chunks of beef with root vegetables simmered slowly for a rich and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into chunks
  • 4 pieces carrots, sliced
  • 4 pieces potatoes, diced
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup frozen peas added during the last 30 minutes of cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large crock pot, combine the beef, carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Pour the mixture over the beef and vegetables in the crock pot.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the beef is tender.
  5. In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas.
  6. Stir well and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze portions for longer storage. When reheating, add a splash of water or broth to maintain consistency. Consider browning beef chunks before adding to enhance flavor. Experiment with different herbs or root vegetables for a unique twist.