Crockpot Beef Stew

4.53 from 23 votes

This Crock Pot Beef Stew is a hearty, comforting, flavorful meal that's loaded with beef, and fresh vegetables, in a flavorful gravy.

Prep Time20

Cook Time8

Total Time8 20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: beef stew

Servings:

Calories: 239kcal

Grab your slow cooker, crock pot, or pressure cooker with a slow cooker setting. Generously season 2 pounds beef stew meat with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon garlic salt, 1 teaspoon oregano, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce.
Add it evenly to the bottom of the slow cooker. Top with an even layer of 1 cup thinly sliced onion.
On top of the onion, add the 2 ½ cups sliced potatoes, 1 ½ cups cut carrots, and 1 cup sliced celery.
Add the 6 ounces tomato paste and 32 ounces beef broth.
Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low setting for 8 to 10 hours or high for 3 to 6 hours, depending on your particular slow cooker. Check it and stir it occasionally.
About 20 minutes before serving, prepare the slurry to thicken the stew. In a small bowl, whisk together the ¼ cup all-purpose flour and ¼ cup water until combined. Pour the flour mixture into the stew and stir to combine. This will thicken the stew.
Serve the stew warm in a big bowl with a side of cornbread, or crusty bread, and a dash or two of hot sauce. Enjoy!

Sear the meat in a large skillet or stockpot before placing it into the Crockpot. This adds extra texture and flavor to the meat.
Cook the onions before adding them to the Crockpot. Again, this is optional but will add some additional flavor.
Do not rush! This recipe is best done when you have the time to follow every step and stir it now and then.
Keep an eye on the cooking time. You don’t want the veggies getting too soft! They should be fork tender.
If you like a thicker sauce, make up a cornstarch slurry and add it at the end of the cooking time. Stir the stew for about 10-15 minutes and watch it thicken up.