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Crockpot Hearty Beef Stew

Crockpot Hearty Beef Stew features tender chunks of beef simmered low and slow with potatoes, carrots, and onions in a rich, paprika-kissed broth. The Worcestershire and bay leaf add depth and warmth, making each spoonful cozy and robust. It’s perfect for a chilly evening dinner or a make-ahead weeknight meal that satisfies everyone at the table.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook4 hrs
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Crockpot Hearty Beef Stew
  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients.

  2. 2

    Place the beef in the slow cooker.

  3. 3

    Combine the flour, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; pour over the beef and stir until coated.

  4. 4

    Add the beef broth, carrots, potatoes, onion, celery, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, garlic, and bay leave; stir to combine.

  5. 5

    Cover and cook until the beef is tender enough to cut with a spoon, on Low for 08:00:00 to 12:00:00, or on High for 04:00:00 to 06:00:00.

  6. 6

    Serve hot and enjoy!

About This Recipe

Crockpot Hearty Beef Stew is an American dinner recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 4 hrs 20 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Beef Broth, Beef Stew Meat, and Black Pepper. Each serving provides about 504.39 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Crockpot Hearty Beef Stew?
It is an American stew recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Crockpot Hearty Beef Stew made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Beef Broth, Beef Stew Meat, Black Pepper, Celery. The full list of 13 is above.
What goes well with Crockpot Hearty Beef Stew?
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How long does it take to make Crockpot Hearty Beef Stew?
About 4 hrs 20 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 4 hrs to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 504.39 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Crockpot Hearty Beef Stew easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 6 steps.

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