Italian Beef Stew Recipe

Warm up your winter with this unbelievably comforting Italian Beef Stew! This easy slow cooker recipe requires minimal prep – simply toss everything in your crockpot and let it simmer to perfection. Tender beef, rich tomatoes, and aromatic herbs create a hearty and flavorful meal the whole family will crave. Perfect for a cozy night in!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 510 mins
Calories 632.6 kcal
Protein 72g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Italian Beef Stew

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How to Make Italian Beef Stew

  1. In a large bowl, combine the beef cubes, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Pour in the beef broth, diced tomatoes, and red wine (optional).
  3. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Transfer the mixture to your slow cooker.
  5. Cook on low for 5-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is incredibly tender.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the tomato paste and bay leaf (remove before serving).
  7. Once cooked, remove the bay leaf, and shred the beef with two forks.
  8. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley and a crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

61g

Carbs

17g