Slow Cooker Italian Beef Stew

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 5
Slow Cooker Italian Beef Stew perfect for a cozy dinner
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Prep

20 min

Cook

8 hr

Ready In

8 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup all-purpose flour , or as needed
1/4 teaspoon onion powder , or more to taste
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder , or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 1/2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 package baby carrots , quartered
1/2 yellow onion , quartered and sliced
4 red potatoes , quartered
2 stalks celery , roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic , chopped
3/4 cup red wine
1/4 cup beef broth
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
427
Sugar
7g
Fat
13g
This Slow Cooker Italian Beef Stew is a classic comfort food that is hearty, flavorful, and easy to prepare. The combination of tender beef, vegetables, and a rich tomato-based sauce makes for a delicious and satisfying one-pot meal. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. The stew can be made ahead of time and enjoyed throughout the week. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to develop and the beef to become tender, resulting in a warm and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve with a side of bread or salad for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, combine the flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
2.Coat the beef with the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
3.Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4.Cook the beef until browned on all sides.
5.Transfer the beef to a slow cooker and add the carrots, onion, potatoes, celery, and garlic.
6.In the same skillet used to cook the beef, add the red wine and cook over high heat until reduced to half.
7.Add beef broth, tomato paste, and rosemary and bring to a boil.
8.Pour the sauce over the beef in the slow cooker.
9.Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or until beef is tender.
10.Serve hot.

PROS

This Slow Cooker Italian Beef Stew is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly night.

It is easy to prepare and can be made in bulk to save for later.

Can be enjoyed with a side of bread or salad.

CONS

As with most stew recipes, it does take some time to slow cook to perfection.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein and contains essential amino acids, iron, and zinc that support healthy growth, repair, and maintenance of muscles and tissues.
Carrots are a good source of fiber, potassium, vitamin K1, and antioxidants.
Onions and garlic may have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.
Celery is rich in vitamin K, folate, and potassium.

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