Slow Cooked Savory Beef Stew
Indulge in a rich, savory, and comforting beef stew that is slow-cooked to perfection. Tender beef chunks, root vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmered in a flavorful broth, creating a hearty and wholesome meal that will warm your soul.
ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cubed
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 parsnips, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a large bowl, toss the beef cubes with flour, salt, and pepper until coated.
- 2.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes on all sides, then transfer to a slow cooker.
- 3.
In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until softened. Add carrots, parsnips, and celery, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- 4.
Transfer the vegetable mixture to the slow cooker along with the browned beef.
- 5.
In a separate bowl, whisk together beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, bay leaves, and thyme. Pour the mixture over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker.
- 6.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours, or on high heat for 4-6 hours, until the beef is tender and the flavors are well melded.
- 7.
Before serving, season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- 8.
Serve the delectable beef stew piping hot alongside crusty bread or fluffy mashed potatoes.
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