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Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Hearty slow cooker beef stew is a family favorite that we've enjoyed for years!! Your crock pot does all the work!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 10 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds beef chuck roast or other stew meat, cubed
  • 8 Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
  • 6 medium carrots, peeled and 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 and pepper, to taste (optional)
  • chopped parsley, optional

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for approximately 6 hours, then serve. Season with garlic salt, pepper, and chopped parsley, if desired.

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Notes

Recipe tips.
  • While not required, you can sear the beef cubes for extra flavor and texture before adding them to the crockpot.
  • To thicken the stew, check out our post on How to Thicken Soup using a cornstarch slurry or all-purpose flour.
  • It's almost a faux pas to serve stew without a side of bread! We love serving it in a Bread Bowl or using a regular bowl with Sweet Cornbread on the side.
  • For a stove-top version, try our Classic Beef Stew recipe.
Store leftovers in an airtight container(s) in the refrigerator for 3-5 days, or freeze in freezer bags for up to 6 months. Reheat small portions can be heated in the microwave, while larger portions are best heated on the stovetop or crockpot. If needed, thaw in the fridge before heating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 456kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 194mg | Potassium: 1428mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 7669IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 5mg