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Cozy Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe with Root Vegetables

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A hearty and comforting slow cooker beef stew with tender beef chuck and root vegetables, perfect for warming up cold winter days.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1½-inch cubes
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
  • 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups low sodium beef broth
  • ½ cup dry red wine (optional, e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. Toss them in a bowl with the flour, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, about 3-4 minutes per batch, then transfer to the slow cooker.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté diced onion for 3-5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  4. Deglaze the skillet with red wine, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly, then pour into the slow cooker.
  5. Add carrots, parsnips, potatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
  6. 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.
  7. Remove bay leaves and thyme stems. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. If needed, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into stew. Cook for another 15 minutes until thickened.
  8. Let the stew rest for a few minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or arrowroot powder. Browning the beef adds flavor and color but can be skipped if short on time. Cut vegetables into uniform 1 to 1½ inch chunks for even cooking. Use fresh herbs for best flavor. Avoid overfilling the slow cooker to ensure even cooking. Use a cornstarch slurry at the end to thicken if needed.

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