Hearty Tender Slow Cooker Beef (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main
01 -
900 g beef stew meat, cubed
02 -
60 ml olive oil
03 -
1.2 litres beef broth
→ Vegetables
04 -
4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
05 -
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
06 -
2 celery stalks, chopped
07 -
1 onion, chopped
08 -
1 cup (140 g) frozen peas
09 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
10 -
1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 -
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
12 -
1 bay leaf
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Salt, to taste
14 -
Black pepper, to taste
→ Optional thickener
15 -
2 tablespoons plain flour
# Instructions:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef stew meat on all sides for 5-7 minutes until browned. Transfer browned beef to the slow cooker.
02 -
Add beef broth, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir well to integrate all ingredients.
03 -
Cover with the lid and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until beef is fork-tender and vegetables are thoroughly cooked.
04 -
Approximately 30 minutes before serving, add frozen peas to the pot. If a thicker consistency is preferred, whisk flour with a small amount of water to create a slurry, then gradually stir into the stew. Allow to cook uncovered for the remaining time.
05 -
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs or parsley if desired.
# Notes:
01 -
For enhanced flavor, deglaze the skillet after browning the beef and add those juices to the slow cooker.