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Wholesome Crockpot Beef Stew

Wholesome Crockpot Beef Stew: Savory Comfort in Every Bite

Cozy up with Wholesome Crockpot Beef Stew, a hearty one-pot meal of tender beef and vibrant vegetables, perfect for meal prepping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds beef stew meat Opt for well-marbled cuts like chuck roast
  • 1 cup red wine Can be substituted with beef stock or grape juice
  • 1 medium onion
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced
  • 3 medium carrots Chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cups potatoes Diced Yukon Gold or Russet
  • 1 cup frozen peas Added towards the end
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For browning the beef
  • 2 tablespoons butter Swirled in before serving
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon flour Can use cornstarch for gluten-free
For Thicker Stews
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Mix with water to thicken

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare beef by cutting into 1-inch cubes and season with garlic salt and black pepper. Toss in flour until evenly coated.
  2. Brown the beef in a skillet with olive oil, about 45 seconds on each side, then transfer to the crockpot.
  3. Sauté onions in the same skillet for 5 minutes until soft, add garlic for 1 more minute, then deglaze with red wine.
  4. In the crockpot, add browned beef, onion and garlic mixture, carrots, and potatoes, stirring to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 7.5 to 8 hours or high for 3.5 to 4 hours until beef is tender.
  6. Add frozen peas during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  7. For a thicker stew, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the pot. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  8. Swirl cold butter in before serving to enrich the flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This stew is perfect for meal prep and can be frozen for up to 3 months, enhancing flavors over time.

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