Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Beef Stew

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🥩🍲 Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Beef Stew

📖 Description

This Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Beef Stew is a rich, savory comfort meal made with tender chunks of beef slow-cooked in a flavorful garlic and herb sauce. As it simmers low and slow, the beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender while the sauce thickens into a deep, hearty gravy. Perfect for cozy dinners, meal prep, or feeding a crowd.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Beef:

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat (chuck works best), cubed

  • 1 medium onion, diced

  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced

For the Sauce:

  • 1 cup beef broth

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • 1 tsp dried rosemary

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

Optional Thickener:

  • 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Base

Place diced onion in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add beef cubes on top.

2️⃣ Make the Sauce

In a bowl, whisk together:

  • Beef broth

  • Soy sauce

  • Worcestershire sauce

  • Tomato paste

  • Brown sugar

  • Garlic

  • Thyme & rosemary

  • Salt & pepper

3️⃣ Combine

Pour sauce evenly over the beef.

4️⃣ Slow Cook

  • LOW: 7–8 hours

  • HIGH: 4–5 hours

Beef should be fork-tender.

5️⃣ Thicken (Optional)

Mix cornstarch and cold water. Stir into crockpot during last 30 minutes on HIGH until sauce thickens.

🍽️ Servings

Serves 4–6 people

🔥 Nutritional Information (Approx. per serving)

  • Calories: 350–400

  • Protein: 35g

  • Carbohydrates: 10–12g

  • Fat: 20g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Sodium: Varies based on broth & soy sauce

(Values are estimates and may vary by ingredient brands.)

🌟 Benefits

✔ High in protein for muscle support
✔ Iron-rich from beef
✔ Slow cooking enhances flavor naturally
✔ Great for meal prep and freezer-friendly
✔ Budget-friendly using stew meat

💡 Tips for Best Results

  • Sear first: Brown beef in a skillet before slow cooking for deeper flavor.

  • Add veggies: Potatoes, carrots, or mushrooms can be added for a full stew meal.

  • Make it creamy: Stir in ½ cup sour cream at the end for a creamy version.

  • Reduce sodium: Use low-sodium broth and soy sauce.

  • Storage: Keeps 4 days refrigerated; freeze up to 3 months.

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I use a different cut of beef?
A: Yes! Chuck roast cut into cubes works best, but sirloin tips also work.

Q: Can I cook this on the stovetop?
A: Yes, simmer covered on low heat for 2–3 hours until tender.

Q: Why is my beef tough?
A: It likely needs more time. Slow cooking longer breaks down connective tissue.

Q: Can I make this keto-friendly?
A: Yes, omit brown sugar and use a keto-friendly thickener.

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