Name: Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe Savory Nothings
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds stew beef, cubed; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 cup beef broth; 1 cup red wine (optional); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 cups carrots, sliced; 2 cups potatoes, cubed; 1 cup celery, chopped; 1 cup frozen peas; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 bay leaves

Instructions

In a large bowl, season the stew beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the flour and toss the beef until evenly coated.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little bit of oil and sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. This step helps lock in the flavors.
Transfer the seared beef to the crock pot. Add the beef broth, red wine (if using), and tomato paste to the crock pot, stirring to combine and coat the beef.
Add the carrots, potatoes, celery, peas, dried thyme, and bay leaves to the crock pot. Stir everything together to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or on high heat for 4-5 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Once the beef stew is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Remember to remove the bay leaves before serving.
Serve the beef stew hot in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. It pairs perfectly with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

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