Description
This Crockpot Beef Stew is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll create a hearty dish featuring tender beef and colorful vegetables simmered in a rich, flavorful gravy. The slow cooking process allows all the ingredients to meld beautifully, resulting in an irresistible aroma that will fill your kitchen. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with crusty bread, this stew is sure to be a family favorite, offering warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 pounds cubed stew beef
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon beef bouillon
- 1 tablespoon non-alcoholic Worcestershire sauce
- 1.5 pounds Yukon potatoes, cut into chunks
- 2 cups sliced carrots
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 1 cup frozen sweet peas
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Pour beef broth into the crockpot and add cubed stew beef. Season with garlic powder, black pepper, salt, beef bouillon, and non-alcoholic Worcestershire sauce.
- Layer with potatoes, carrots, and onion on top of the seasoned beef.
- Cover and cook on high for 4-6 hours or low for 6-8 hours until the beef is tender.
- Stir in sweet peas before thickening.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk cornstarch with water until smooth. Gradually add to the crockpot while stirring until combined.
- Replace the lid and cook on high for an additional 10 minutes to thicken gravy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: High for 4–6 hours or Low for 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg