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Cozy Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe Easy Set-and-Forget Root Vegetables

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A hearty and satisfying slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables, perfect for cozy evenings and busy days. This set-and-forget crockpot recipe delivers tender beef and flavorful veggies with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or fresh sprigs)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 parsnips, peeled and chopped
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup turnips, peeled and cubed (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
  • Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown beef cubes in batches for 5-7 minutes per batch. Transfer browned beef to the slow cooker.
  2. In the same skillet, cook chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Transfer onions and garlic to the slow cooker.
  3. Stir in beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Peel and chop carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and turnips. Add evenly on top of the beef mixture in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours until beef is fork-tender and vegetables are soft but not mushy. Stir once around the 7-hour mark to check consistency and seasoning.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
  7. Ladle stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
  8. If stew is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into stew. Cook for another 15 minutes to thicken.

Notes

Browning the beef before slow cooking adds extra flavor and texture but can be skipped if short on time. Cut root vegetables uniformly for even cooking. Layer beef and broth at the bottom and vegetables on top to prevent overcooking. Avoid opening the slow cooker lid frequently to maintain heat. If stew is too thin, thicken with cornstarch slurry. This recipe is naturally gluten-free if Worcestershire sauce is checked for gluten.

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