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Hearty Beef Vegetable Stew

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This Hearty Beef Vegetable Stew is the ultimate comfort food classic, featuring tender chunks of beef chuck simmered until fork-tender alongside rustic potatoes, sweet carrots, and savory onions. The Old Bay Seasoning adds a unique, aromatic depth with its blend of celery salt, black pepper, and red pepper, giving this traditional stew a distinctive kick. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect dish for cold evenings, family gatherings, or when you need a wholesome, satisfying meal that tastes like itâÂÂs been cooking all day. Simple to prepare in your slow cooker, this stew delivers rich flavors and meltingly soft vegetables in every spoonful, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend dinners.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 888.2
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Hearty Beef Vegetable Stew is the ultimate comfort food classic, featuring tender chunks of beef chuck simmered until fork-tender alongside rustic potatoes, sweet carrots, and savory onions. The Old Bay Seasoning adds a unique, aromatic depth with its blend of celery salt, black pepper, and red pepper, giving this traditional stew a distinctive kick. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect dish for cold evenings, family gatherings, or when you need a wholesome, satisfying meal that tastes like itâÂÂs been cooking all day. Simple to prepare in your slow cooker, this stew delivers rich flavors and meltingly soft vegetables in every spoonful, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend dinners.
Ingredients
  • 2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • 3 pound Beef chuck, trimmed
  • 4 Potatoes, cut in chunks
  • 3 Carrots, sliced
  • 1/2 Onion, sliced
  • 1 cup Water
Directions
  1. 1
    Trim excess fat from the beef chuck and cut into 1.5-inch cubes.
  2. 2
    Peel potatoes and cut into chunks, slice carrots, and slice the onion.
  3. 3
    Place the beef cubes in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
  4. 4
    Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of Old Bay Seasoning evenly over the beef.
  5. 5
    Add the potatoes, carrots, and onion slices on top of the beef.
  6. 6
    Sprinkle the remaining 1 teaspoon of Old Bay Seasoning over the vegetables.
  7. 7
    Pour 1 cup of water into the slow cooker.
  8. 8
    Cover and cook on HIGH for 6 hours, or until beef is tender and vegetables are soft.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 888.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 51.5g80%
Saturated Fat 20.5g103%
Cholesterol 265.6mg89%
Sodium 546.9mg23%
Total Carbohydrate 8.2g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
Sugars 3.7g
Protein 89.3g179%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a richer gravy, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir into the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. The flavors often improve after sitting overnight.

You can add other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips for extra texture and flavor.

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