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Crockpot Vegetable Beef Stew

This warm and filling stew combines tender beef with soft vegetables in a rich broth, all made effortlessly in a crockpot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces Brown for added flavor if desired.
  • 4 cups beef broth Use low-sodium if preferred.
  • 4 large carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust according to preference.
  • 2 tbsp corn starch (optional, for thickening) Mix with a little water before adding.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a crockpot, combine the beef, beef broth, carrots, potatoes, onion, garlic, green beans, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  2. If you want a thicker stew, mix corn starch with a little water and add to the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Serving
  1. Serve warm in bowls. Pair with crusty bread, salad, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

For more flavor, brown the beef first. Cut vegetables uniformly for even cooking. Add fresh herbs like parsley at the end for freshness.