Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe

8 Jan 2024

15 MINS

Low for 8-10 hours or on High for 4-6 hours

Serves 6-8 people

INGREDIENTS
1.5 kg beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 large carrots, peeled and sliced
4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
2 onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
250g mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
500ml beef broth
250ml red wine (optional)
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

METHOD

1. In a large bowl, toss the beef stew meat with flour until evenly coated. Season with salt and black pepper.

2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker.

3. Add the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, chopped onions, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms to the slow cooker.

4. In a bowl, mix together tomato paste, beef broth, red wine (if using), bay leaves, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.

5. Pour the prepared braising liquid over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker.

6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked.

7. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaves.

8. Ladle the beef stew into bowls. Optionally, serve with crusty bread or over cooked rice.

HANDY TIP

To add a rich flavour, consider deglazing the skillet after searing the beef with a splash of red wine or beef broth. Scrape up the flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan and add this liquid to the slow cooker.

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