Beef Stew Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This chunky beef stew recipe is layered with flavor and packed with vegetables and a rich, savory broth for a hearty bowlful!

Prep Time5

Cook Time6

Total Time6 5

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: people

Author: Kristyn Merkley

Ingredients

3 pounds chuck roast or other stew meat, cubed
8 Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
6 medium carrots, sliced
2 (10.5-ounce) cans golden mushroom soup
2-3 cups water, or beef broth
1 (2-ounce) package onion soup mix
garlic salt, to taste (optional)
pepper, to taste (optional)
chopped fresh parsley, (optional)

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and stir to combine.
Cook on low for approximately 6 hours, then serve. Season with garlic salt, pepper and parsley as desired.

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Notes

Recipe Tips.

Cut veggies into even pieces for even cooking. Add veggies halfway through, and tender ones like peas at the end.
Use beef broth instead of water for richer flavor.
Use chuck or stew meat for the most tender results.
Sear meat in a hot pan without overcrowding for best flavor.
Cut meat and veggies into even 1-inch pieces.
Do not rush the cook time or the beef may not get tender.
Add fresh parsley before serving for extra flavor.
Stove top directions. Cook meat with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until well browned. Add mushroom soup, onion soup mix and water or beef broth. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour. Add potatoes and carrots and simmer for 1 more hour, or until vegetables are fork-tender. Season with salt and pepper.
For added flavor. If you like, you can sear your meat in a pan on each side before cubing it and adding it to the slow cooker. This will give it a nice flavor and a crisper outside.

Store. Homemade beef stew stores really well. This means you can make a double batch and freeze some for later, as well as enjoy any leftovers during the week. Cool the stew before pouring it into airtight storage containers.

If needed, thaw the stew in the fridge before reheating it on the stovetop or the microwave.

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