Description

Cozy Crockpot Beef Stew is a slow-cooked, fork-tender beef dish packed with carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic in a rich, savory broth. This comforting one-pot meal is perfect for chilly days or busy weeknights. Simple prep, hands-off cooking, and great leftovers make it a Pinterest-friendly, family-friendly comfort food idea that delivers warmth, heartiness, and reliable weeknight dinner inspiration all season.

Ingredients

Scale

2½ lbs beef chuck, cut into bite-size pieces (halal)
4 carrots, sliced
4–5 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (halal)
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp black pepper
Salt to taste
2 bay leaves
2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Place beef, carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic into the crockpot.
In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, paprika, pepper, and salt.
Pour the broth mixture over the ingredients and add bay leaves.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4–5 hours until beef is tender.
For a thicker stew, stir in the cornstarch slurry during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Remove bay leaves and serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.

Notes

Halal-friendly beef and Worcestershire sauce included.
Leftovers refrigerate 3–4 days; reheat gently.
To freeze, cool completely and store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
For extra thickness, increase the cornstarch slurry or simmer a few minutes uncovered after cooking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 800 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 28 g
Cholesterol: 120 mg

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