Slow Cooker Beef Stew

This easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew is one recipe the whole family will love! Simple ingredients, minimal prep and so delicious served with a side of bread for a fall or winter lunch or dinner!

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This recipe was revised, photographed and updated 8/2021.

One of my favorite things about fall and winter is making some hot, comforting soups or stews. 

I've been craving a soup or stew for the last couple weeks, so I finally broke out the slow cooker and made a batch of this delicious, homemade beef stew!

This recipe was made with ingredients I had on hand, so it's pretty basic. Sometimes you just don't feel like making a trip to the grocery store and that's when recipes like this come in handy.

You can add so many things to jazz it up, or keep it simple as is. My daughter is on the pickier side, so in this case, basic was perfect for her.

The chunks of beef and vegetables make this soup so hearty and it's absolutely perfect for any meal served with a thick slice of french bread or crusty bread.

If you're looking for a unique beef stew recipe, unlike any you've tried before, give this Nigerian Beef Stew recipe a try! The tomato based sauce is so tasty!

Keep scrolling for tips, process photos, additional beef slow cooker soup and stew recipes and more! 

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What are the ingredients in this recipe?

• Olive Oil

• Beef (I used a sirloin roast)

• Potatoes

• Carrots

• Salt

• Black Pepper

• Garlic Powder

• Beef Broth

• Cornstarch

• Water

How to make:

Scroll down to the printable recipe card for measurements and instructions!

Recipe tips:

• Beef broth, stock or bouillon cubes and water can be used in this recipe.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Store leftovers in freezer containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator, then heat in the microwave or on the stove.
• Cornstarch can be omitted for a soup instead of stew.

More beef slow cooker soup and stew recipes you might like:

• Creamy Cheeseburger Soup
• Beef, Barley and Mushroom Soup
• Tortellini Chili
• Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
• Beef Bourguignon
• Beef Stroganoff Soup

You can add or substitute with these ingredients:

• add one can diced tomatoes
• add one medium diced onion
• add two cloves of minced garlic
• add one teaspoon dried basil
• add one cup frozen peas
• use ground beef or beef stew meat instead of beef roast
• add one cup fresh, sliced white mushrooms
• add one or two bay leaves
• add one cup sliced celery
• use regular carrots instead of baby carrots

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we did!

Hearty Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Yield: 6 servings

Author: Hot Eats and Cool Reads

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 4 HourTotal time: 4 H & 10 M

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 1/2 pounds beef, cut into ½ inch pieces (I used a sirloin roast)
• 5 medium potatoes, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 2 cups baby carrots, sliced into bite sized pieces
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 cups beef broth
• ¼ cup cornstarch plus water

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat.
2. Add the beef and season with the salt, pepper and garlic powder.
3. Cook the beef just until browned, about 3 minutes.
4. Add potatoes, carrots and browned beef to the slow cooker. 
5. Then add beef broth.
6. Cook on high for 3-4 hours, or low 6-8 hours.
7. Mix cornstarch with a few tablespoons of water, and stir well.
8. Add cornstarch mixture to the slow cooker, give a quick stir and cook on high for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

Notes:

Beef broth, stock or bouillon cubes and water can be used in this recipe.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Store leftovers in freezer containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator, then heat in the microwave or on the stove.

Cornstarch can be omitted for a soup instead of stew.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

530.92

Fat (grams)

25.21

Sat. Fat (grams)

9.36

Carbs (grams)

39.05

Fiber (grams)

4.42

Net carbs

34.63

Sugar (grams)

3.46

Protein (grams)

35.76

Sodium (milligrams)

1063.05

Cholesterol (grams)

98.66

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