Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe
Overview:
Enjoy the comforting flavors of this easy-to-make Crock Pot Beef Stew, where tender beef, hearty vegetables, and savory herbs blend together to create a satisfying meal. This recipe is perfect for those looking for a low-cholesterol and healthy option without compromising on taste.
Recipe Details:
- Name: Crock Pot Beef Stew
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Recipe Category: Stew
- Keywords: Meat, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Easy
- Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 | Carrots |
| 3 | Potatoes |
| 1 | Celery stalk |
| 2 tsp | Dried thyme |
| 1 | Bay leaf |
| 1/4 cup | Chopped tomatoes |
| 1 tbsp | Minute tapioca |
| 1/4 cup | Water |
| 3 lbs | Beef stew meat, cubed |
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 410.4
- Total Fat: 13.7g
- Saturated Fat: 5.3g
- Cholesterol: 65.8mg
- Sodium: 196.8mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 42g
- Dietary Fiber: 6.6g
- Sugars: 9.6g
- Protein: 29.7g
Recipe Instructions:
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Layer Ingredients: Begin by layering the ingredients in your crock pot in the following order: carrots, potatoes, celery, dried thyme, bay leaf, chopped tomatoes, minute tapioca, and finally, the cubed beef on top.
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Cooking Process: Cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours. It’s important not to stir the ingredients until the final half hour of cooking.
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Final Steps: Thirty minutes before serving, gently stir the stew to mix the flavors and ensure the tapioca helps thicken the gravy.
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Serving: Serve the Crock Pot Beef Stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy a hearty, nutritious meal!
Additional Tips:
- For added depth of flavor, you can brown the beef cubes before placing them in the crock pot.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences by adding salt and pepper as needed.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Enjoy Your Meal!
This Crock Pot Beef Stew not only simplifies cooking with its set-it-and-forget-it method but also delivers on flavor and nutritional value, making it a perfect choice for a comforting family dinner or a satisfying meal any day of the week.
