Slow Cooker Beef & Vegetable Stew Recipe

This hearty slow cooker beef stew is warm, comforting, and perfect for busy days. Tender ground beef, soft potatoes, and carrots simmer slowly in a rich tomato-based sauce, creating a flavorful one-pot meal the whole family will love.

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🧂 Ingredients

• 500 g (1 lb) ground beef

• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

• 2 large carrots, chopped

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 can (400 g / 14 oz) diced tomatoes

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

• ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional but recommended)

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)

• Fresh parsley (for garnish)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Brown the Beef

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

2. Add ground beef and cook until browned.

3. Break it into small pieces while cooking.

4. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

(This step adds deeper flavor, but you can skip it if short on time.)

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2️⃣ Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker

Transfer the cooked beef mixture into the slow cooker.

Add:

• Potatoes

• Carrots

• Diced tomatoes

• Tomato paste

• Beef broth

• Paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, chili flakes

• Worcestershire sauce

Stir everything well.

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3️⃣ Slow Cook

• LOW: 6–7 hours
  or

• HIGH: 3–4 hours

Cook until potatoes and carrots are tender and flavors are well blended.

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4️⃣ Thicken the Stew (Optional)

If you prefer a thicker stew:

1. Mix cornstarch with water.

2. Stir into the slow cooker during the last 20 minutes.

3. Let it cook until slightly thickened.

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5️⃣ Serve

• Taste and adjust seasoning.

• Garnish with fresh parsley.

• Serve hot with bread, rice, or mashed potatoes.

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🍲 Tips for Best Flavor

✅ Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes — they hold shape better.
✅ Add peas or green beans in the last 30 minutes for extra veggies.
✅ A splash of lemon juice at the end brightens flavor.
✅ Tastes even better the next day!

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🥄 Storage

• Fridge: Up to 4 days (airtight container)

• Freezer: Up to 3 months

• Reheat gently on stove or microwave.