Layered Herby Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe
Nothing says “home-cooked” like a classic beef stew! There’s something incredibly comforting about returning to the warm, inviting aroma of dinner simmering in the slow cooker after a busy day. This tried-and-true crockpot beef stew recipe is a family favorite for a reason! It perfectly blends tender beef, savory seasonings, and hearty root vegetables into a dish that’s pure comfort food.
Servings 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 lb lean beef chuck cubed
- 1 large onion chopped
- 8-12 red potatoes large chunks
- 4-6 large carrots peeled, chopped
- 2 ribs celery cut
- 3 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon all spice
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 5 Tablespoons Minute Tapioca Pudding
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup red wine
- 28 oz diced tomatoes undrained
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Put cubed beef in crockpot.
- Prep your veggies by peeling fresh carrots then chop up onion, carrots, potatoes, and celery. Place in crockpot on top of beef layer.
- Combine all the spices, brown sugar, and minute tapioca, and sprinkle this mix over the veggies in the pot.
- Finally, pour in the Worcestershire sauce, diced tomatoes, and a splash of red wine for that rich, savory flavor.
- Enjoy the amazing aroma filling your kitchen as it cooks in slow cooker on high for 6 hours or low for 8-10 hours.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. We like to serve with french bread for dipping.