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Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe for a Hearty Family Meal

Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe for a Hearty Family Meal
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Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike. With tender chunks of beef simmered to perfection alongside vibrant vegetables, this stew is a hearty meal that invites everyone to the table. The slow cooking process allows the rich flavors to meld beautifully, creating a dish that not only nourishes but also brings joy and togetherness. Just toss in your ingredients in the morning, and by dinner time, you’ll have a savory stew ready to enjoy with crusty bread or over buttery mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 pounds stew meat
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon celery salt
  • 0.25 cup flour
  • 3–6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups yellow onions (diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 5 medium carrots (cut into chunks)
  • 1 pound baby Yukon gold potatoes (halved or quartered)
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Cut the stew meat into 1-inch cubes and season with black pepper, garlic salt, and celery salt.
  2. Sprinkle flour over the seasoned meat and toss to coat.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; brown the meat in batches.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté onions until soft, then add minced garlic for an additional minute.
  5. Transfer browned meat, sautéed onions, garlic, beef broth, carrots, and potatoes to the slow cooker.
  6. Cook on low for 7½ to 8 hours or high for 3½ to 4 hours until vegetables are tender.
  7. Stir in frozen peas during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

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