Description
Warm, hearty, and packed with flavor, this Pioneer Woman’s Crockpot Beef Stew is the kind of meal that wraps you up like a cozy blanket on a chilly evening. Perfect for those seeking easy dinner ideas, comfort food recipes, or hearty slow cooker meals, this stew delivers fork-tender beef and rich, savory broth brimming with potatoes, carrots, and spices. Whether you’re planning a quick meal prep, craving a satisfying healthy snack, or needing a fuss-free dinner, this dish is a timeless go-to.
Its slow-cooked magic turns simple ingredients into a deeply comforting experience. The house will smell amazing, and you’ll be counting down the hours until dinnertime. Ideal for batch cooking, family dinners, or when you just want something soul-warming and delicious.
Ingredients
2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into chunks
4 medium Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced
4 carrots, peeled and sliced
3 celery stalks, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups beef broth
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil (for browning beef)
2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water (optional, for thickening)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chunks in batches until browned on all sides. Transfer to the crockpot.
- Layer the Vegetables: Add potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic over the beef in the crockpot.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: In a bowl, mix beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour into the crockpot.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or high for 4–6 hours until beef and vegetables are tender.
- Optional Thickening: Mix cornstarch with water and stir into the stew 30 minutes before serving to thicken.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 hours (low) or 4–6 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner