Beef Stew For Two Slow Cooker Recipe

Craving a hearty, flavorful beef stew but don't want leftovers for a week? This recipe is perfect for two! Created for cozy nights in, this slow cooker beef stew packs maximum flavor into a minimum of servings. Easily doubled if you need more. Customize the seasonings to your liking and enjoy tender beef, potatoes, and carrots in a rich, savory broth. Perfect served with crusty bread!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 375 mins
Calories 475.4 kcal
Protein 112g
Rating 3.6 (18 Reviews)
Beef Stew For Two Slow Cooker

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Ingredients for Beef Stew For Two Slow Cooker

  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Beef Stew Meat
  • 1 pound small potatoes (peeled and quartered)
  • Carrot
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 bay leaf

How to Make Beef Stew For Two Slow Cooker

  1. In a large plastic bag, combine 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
  2. Add 1 pound beef stew chunks to the bag, ensuring they are thoroughly coated in the flour mixture.
  3. Place the coated beef into a 2-quart slow cooker.
  4. Top the beef with 1 pound of small potatoes (peeled and quartered) and 1 cup of chopped carrots.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups beef broth and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. Pour this mixture over the potatoes and carrots in the slow cooker.
  6. Add 1 bay leaf to the slow cooker and cover.
  7. Cook on low for 6 hours.
  8. After cooking, remove the bay leaf. Stir gently to combine the beef and vegetables.
  9. Serve hot with your favorite crusty bread.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

55 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

23g

Carbs

12g