Slow-Cooker Beef Stew Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 3 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions:

1. Sprinkle the beef cubes evenly with salt and black pepper, then dredge in all-purpose flour.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Transfer the beef cubes to a slow cooker.
4. Add garlic, onion, carrots, celery, dried thyme, and bay leaves to the slow cooker.
5. Pour in beef broth and red wine, and stir to combine.
6. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until beef is tender.
7. Add potatoes and frozen peas to the slow cooker, and stir to combine.
8. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30-45 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
9. Remove bay leaves before serving.

🍴 Served Best With:

• Soups
• Meat