Ingredients
For this delicious slow cooked roast beef stew, you’ll need the following ingredients: 1-2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1 inch cubes, 2 tablespoons cooking oil, 1 cup diced onion, 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 cups beef broth, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 2 bay leaves, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 large carrot, peeled and diced, 3 potatoes, peeled and diced, 1 cup frozen peas.
Instructions
Begin by heating the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the beef cubes to the skillet and brown them on all sides. Remove the beef cubes from the skillet and add them to the slow cooker. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is soft and lightly browned. Add the flour to the skillet and stir until it forms a paste. Slowly add the beef broth to the skillet, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add the thyme, bay leaves, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet and bring the mixture to a boil. Once it is at a boil, pour the mixture over the beef cubes in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until the beef is tender.
Once the beef is cooked, add the diced carrot and potatoes to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high heat for an additional 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Add the frozen peas to the slow cooker and stir gently to combine. Cover and cook on high heat for an additional 10 minutes, or until the peas are heated through. Serve the roast beef stew with your favorite crusty bread or cooked rice.
Nutrition
One serving of this delicious roast beef stew contains approximately 300 calories, 12 grams fat, 22 grams protein, and 26 grams carbohydrates. It is also a good source of several vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and calcium. This stew is also low in sodium, making it a great choice for those looking to lower their salt intake.
This roast beef stew is a hearty and comforting meal that is sure to please the whole family. It is also an easy and inexpensive meal to prepare, as it requires few ingredients and minimal effort. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this slow cooked roast beef stew is sure to become a family favorite.
