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A steaming bowl of Crockpot Vegetable Beef Soup with tender meat and colorful vegetables.

Hearty Slow Cooker Beef and Vegetable Stew

This hearty slow cooker beef and vegetable stew is a comforting and flavorful meal, perfect for a cold day. Tender beef and an array of vegetables are simmered in a rich broth, creating a delicious and satisfying dish with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Slow cooker

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 - 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 3-4 carrots peeled and sliced or diced
  • 2-3 celery stalks sliced
  • 2-3 russet or Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes undrained
  • 6 cups beef broth low sodium
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables such as peas and corn
  • Salt and Black Pepper To taste
  • 1-2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing beef

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Pat the beef chuck cubes dry, season them with salt and pepper, then brown them in olive oil in a skillet in batches, transferring the browned beef to a slow cooker.
  • In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion, carrots, and celery until softened, then stir in minced garlic and tomato paste for another minute until fragrant.

Cooking

  • Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker with the beef, then add the diced potatoes, canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried oregano, and bay leaves, stirring to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and vegetables are soft.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and continue cooking until heated through; remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

For an even richer flavor, deglaze the skillet with a splash of red wine after searing the beef and before adding the aromatics. This stew freezes well; portion into airtight containers for easy meal prep. Serve with crusty bread for soaking up the delicious broth.