Kay’s Crock Pot Beef

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 12

Kay's Crock Pot Beef - a hearty beef stew that cooks itself!

by The Chefin Beeftew

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 hr

Ready In

8 hr 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

455

Sugar

Fat

26g

Kay's Crock Pot Beef is a classic beef stew that is simple to make and packed with flavor. The beef is slow-cooked in a rich sauce made from cream of mushroom soup, red wine, and onion soup mix, which creates a warm and comforting dish that is perfect for colder weather. The addition of sliced mushrooms adds a bit of texture and depth to the stew. Serve this dish with a side of bread or mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal that will warm you up from the inside out.

Instructions

1.	In a slow cooker, mix together the beef, onion soup mix, mushrooms, cream of mushroom soup, and red wine.
2.	Cook on low heat for 8 hours or on high heat for 4 hours.
3.	Stir occasionally throughout the cooking time and add salt and pepper to taste.
4.	Serve hot with your favorite sides.

PROS

Kay’s Crock Pot Beef is a delicious, hearty stew that requires minimal prep and cooks itself, making it a perfect meal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
The combination of beef, mushrooms, and red wine creates a rich and flavorful sauce that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

CONS

This dish is not a low-calorie option, as it contains stewing beef, cream of mushroom soup, and red wine, which are all relatively high in calories and fat.
Additionally, slow-cooking the beef can take up to 8 hours, so this recipe requires some planning ahead.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest option, it does contain some important nutrients. Beef is a good source of protein, iron, and zinc, while mushrooms are high in antioxidants and vitamins. Red wine contains antioxidants as well, which may provide some health benefits when consumed in moderation.

	2 lbs stewing beef , 1-inch cubes
	1 packet onion soup mix
	8 ounces mushrooms , sliced
	1 can cream of mushroom soup
	1/2 cup red wine