Delicious and Hearty Slow Cooker Beef Stew

This slow cooker beef stew is a comforting and flavorful meal that is perfect for chilly days. Tender pieces of beef, potatoes, carrots, and onions are cooked in a rich and savory broth, making it a satisfying dish for the whole family. With minimal prep and long cooking time, this recipe allows you to have a delicious homemade meal without much effort. Serve the beef stew with some crusty bread or over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes for a complete and filling meal.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds stew beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 4 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup frozen peas

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper. Toss the stew beef cubes in the flour mixture until coated.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the coated beef cubes in the hot oil, working in batches if necessary. Transfer the browned beef to a slow cooker.
3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Transfer the onion and garlic to the slow cooker.
4. Add the beef broth, red wine (if using), tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and dried rosemary to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 5 hours.
6. Add the carrots, potatoes, and frozen peas to the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 1 hour, or until the vegetables are tender.
7. Taste the beef stew and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot.

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