Ultimate Comforting Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe for Cozy Meals
Author:antaki
Total Time:8 hours 20 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Description
Savor this comforting crockpot beef stew thats perfect for cozy meals Easy to prepare it warms hearts with rich flavors and tender beef Enjoy
Ingredients
Scale
2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 cups beef broth
4 medium carrots, sliced
3 medium potatoes, diced
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Optional: 1 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
Prep the Ingredients: Start by chopping and dicing your veggies.
Browning the Beef (optional): Heat olive oil in a skillet, add beef cubes in batches, browning each side for about 3-4 minutes.
Combine in the Crockpot: Transfer your browned beef to the crockpot. Add the carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic. Pour in broth and Worcestershire sauce, and sprinkle in thyme, salt, and pepper.
Stir and Add Bay Leaves: Stir to combine, then add bay leaves into the mixture.
Set and Forget: Cover and set to low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
Add Peas (optional): Add frozen peas during the last 15-20 minutes of cooking.
Savor the Wait: Your stew should be thick and divine. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Serve Hot: Ladle the stew into bowls and serve with crusty bread or salad.
