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Best Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe

Comfort food perfection! This easy crock pot beef stew recipe feeds eight hungry adults. Tender beef, hearty vegetables, and rich gravy combine for a cozy and satisfying meal. Serve with warm skillet cornbread for the ultimate dinner experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or chilly weekend gatherings.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 510 mins
Calories 131.3 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Best Crock Pot Beef Stew

  • Boneless Beef Shoulder
  • White Potatoes
  • Carrots
  • Celery
  • Onions
  • Diced Tomatoes With Juice
  • Au Jus Mix
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Fresh Ground Pepper
  • Dried Thyme

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How to Make Best Crock Pot Beef Stew

  1. Cut 2 lbs beef stew meat into 1-inch cubes, trimming away excess fat.
  2. Place the following vegetables in the bottom of a large (6-quart or larger) crock pot: 2 large carrots (chopped), 3 medium potatoes (peeled and cubed), 2 celery stalks (chopped), and 1 large onion (chopped).
  3. Layer the cubed beef evenly over the vegetables.
  4. Sprinkle with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp dried thyme.
  5. Sprinkle 1 packet (1 ounce) of au jus gravy mix evenly over the beef and vegetables.
  6. Pour one (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes over everything.
  7. Cook on high for 1 hour, then reduce to low for 6 hours.
  8. Gently stir and cook for an additional 45 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

0g

Carbs

9g

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