Are you looking for an easy and flavorful beef stew recipe for two people? Cooking beef stew in a slow cooker can be an amazing way to enjoy a warm and comforting meal with minimal effort. With just a few simple steps and ingredients, you can have a delicious beef stew that is packed with flavor. Whether you are a seasoned cook or just starting out, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know to make a delicious and satisfying beef stew for two in your slow cooker.
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BEEF STEW FOR TWO
You can plan ahead and prepare this stew in a slow cooker, advises Roger Slivon from Genesee Depot, Wisconsin. With a kick of cayenne, you'll love this savory, hearty Beef Stew for Two.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1 cup wine, lemon juice, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce; add the beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Drain and discard marinade. In a large saucepan, brown beef in oil. Remove meat and set aside. In the same pan, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add 2 cups beef broth and remaining wine. Return meat to pan., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Add the potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, thyme and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables and beef are tender. Discard thyme sprigs., In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining beef broth until smooth. Gradually stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 697mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
BEEF STEW FOR TWO ( SLOW COOKER )
I wanted to make stew, but I didn't want to make a lot so this recipe came out of the darkest corners of my brain. And by the way, this recipe is just enough for two hearty bowlfuls. If you want to double this, go right ahead. Please feel free to adjust the seasonings to your own taste. Submitted to "ZAAR" on December 30th, 2008.
Provided by Chef shapeweaver
Categories Stew
Time 6h15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix flour, kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder together in a large plastic bag.
- Add beef stew chunks, coating well.
- Place coated meat into a 2 quart slow cooker.
- Top meat with potatoes and carrots.
- Mix together beef broth and worcestershire sauce, and pour over potatoes.
- Top with bay leaf, and cover.
- Cook on low for 6 hours.
- After cooking remove bay leaf and stir so meat and veggies are combined.
- Serve with your favorite crusty bread.
SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW FOR TWO
This beef stew recipe is easy to make and the perfect amount for two people.
Provided by Debby Mayne
Categories Instant Pot and Slow Cooker
Time 5h10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray the inside of a small slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
- Dump the stew meat, potato pieces, zucchini, and carrots into the pot.
- Pour 2 cups of beef broth into the pot.
- Cook on high for 1 hour. Turn it down to low and cook for another hour.
- In a separate bowl, whisk 1 cup of beef broth, cornstarch, and ketchup until all of the cornstarch is dissolved. Pour into the pot and stir.
- Cook for another 4 hours on low. Serve with rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 725 calories, Carbohydrate 60 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 205 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 21 grams fat, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 76 grams protein, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 2232 grams sodium, Sugar 17 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams unsaturated fat
SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW
Take the time up front to make a thick gravy and you'll love how rich and delicious it makes this slow-cooked stew. Even though the caraway is optional, we recommend giving it a try- it's a simple way to add something special to a classic.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 8h40m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Toss the beef with the paprika, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Coat in flour and shake off any excess. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook undisturbed until it begins to brown, about 3 minutes. Continue to cook, turning the beef as needed, until mostly browned, about 3 minutes more. Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the beef to the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker; add the potatoes, mushrooms, carrots and onions and stir to combine.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the tomato paste and stir until the oil begins to turn brick-red, about 1 minute. Add the flour and wine and whisk until thick (it's OK if there are some lumps). Add the beef broth, thyme, caraway if using, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and bring to a simmer, whisking; continue simmering and whisking until the gravy is smooth and thick, about 4 minutes.
- Pour the gravy into the slow cooker, cover and cook on low for 8 hours. The meat and vegetables should be tender.
- Season with salt and pepper and stir in the parsley. Serve the stew in bowls with dollops of sour cream and a sprinkle of paprika.
CROCK POT BEEF STEW FOR TWO PEOPLE
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Cut the meat into cubes.
- Coat the stew meat with 3 tablespoons of flour.
- Brown the meat in a skillet with vegetable oil until the meat is quite dark but not burned. The color on the outside will give color to the stew broth as well as add flavor from the browning process.
- Drain the browned meat well.
- Add the meat to slow cooker with the vegetables, spices and enough water to cover the ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours. Don't worry, it can cook longer if your day is longer.
- During the last 30 minutes of cooking, remove the bay leaf and turn the heat setting to high. When the stew is boiling, stir in a mixture of 2 tablespoons of flour and about 1/2 cup of water. Cook until slightly thickened.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 658 kcal, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 889 mg, Fat 26 g, ServingSize 2 servings, UnsaturatedFat 17 g
SLOW-COOKER COWBOY STEW (COOKING FOR 2)
When there's just two cowboys, here's just what you want to rope in for a meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In 2 1/2- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, mix beef, potato, onion, salt and pepper. Spread beans over beef mixture.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours or until beef is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 13 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1240 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 1/2 g
SLOW-COOKER BEEF STEW
When there's a chill in the air, nothing beats this Crock-Pot beef stew. Seasoned with thyme and dry mustard, the hearty slow-cooker beef stew is chock-full of tender carrots, potatoes and meat. -Earnestine Wilson, Waco, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 7h25m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Layer the potatoes, carrots, onion and celery in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Place flour in a large shallow dish. Add stew meat; turn to coat evenly. In a large skillet, brown meat in oil in batches. Place over vegetables., In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, broth, mustard, salt, pepper, thyme and, if desired, browning sauce. Pour over beef. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until the meat and vegetables are tender. If desired, sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY BEEF STEW FOR THE SLOW COOKER
Very easy to prepare beef stew. Lots of flavor and quick to prepare.
Provided by Megan Croy Reed
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beef Soup Recipes
Time 6h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put beef in a slow cooker.
- Whisk water, gravy mix, and stew seasoning mix together in a bowl until no dry mix remains; add Worcestershire sauce and pour over the beef. Add tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, celery, and onion.
- Cook on High for 6 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1003.2 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW I
A hearty, savory slow cooker stew with potatoes, carrots, celery, broth, herbs and spices. You won't be slow to say 'yum'!
Provided by BUCHKO
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef
Time 12h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place meat in slow cooker. In a small bowl mix together the flour, salt, and pepper; pour over meat, and stir to coat meat with flour mixture. Stir in the garlic, bay leaf, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, onion, beef broth, potatoes, carrots, and celery.
- Cover, and cook on Low setting for 10 to 12 hours, or on High setting for 4 to 6 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 131.5 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 44.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 541.5 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
SLOW-COOKER BEEF STEW
Cook beef stew in a slow cooker for really tender meat. Add button mushrooms or smoked paprika for extra flavour - it will be an instant family favourite
Provided by Lulu Grimes
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 4h20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Fry the onion and celery in 1 tbsp oil over a low heat until they start to soften - about 5 mins. Add the carrots, bay and thyme, fry for 2 mins, stir in the purée and Worcestershire sauce, add 600ml boiling water, stir and tip everything into a slow cooker. Crumble over the stock cubes or add the stock pots and stir, then season with pepper (don't add salt as the stock may be salty).
- Clean out the frying pan and fry the beef in the remaining oil in batches until it is well browned, then tip each batch into the slow cooker. Cook on low for 8-10 hrs, or on high for 4 hrs.
- If you want to thicken the gravy, mix the cornflour with a splash of cold water to make a paste, then stir in 2 tbsp of the liquid from the slow cooker. Tip back into the slow cooker, stir and cook for a further 30 mins on high. Stir in the parsley and season again to taste. Serve with mash, if you like. Leave to cool before freezing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 48 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium
SLOW-COOKER BEEF STROGANOFF (COOKING FOR 2)
Tired of large quantity recipes and leftovers? Here's a special one just for you and two.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In 2 1/2- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, mix beef, onion, soup, mushrooms and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours or until beef is very tender.
- Stir sour cream into beef mixture. Serve over noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 690, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1480 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g
BEEF STEW
You can make this beef stew in the oven or a slow cooker. Either way, in two simple steps, you will have a warming, wholesome, and wonderfully flavorful meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes
Time 2h45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a Dutch oven (5-quart) with a tight-fitting lid, combine beef, tomato paste, vinegar, and flour; season with salt and pepper.
- Add onions, potatoes, carrots, garlic, bay leaves, and 3 cups water. Bring to a boil. Cover, transfer to oven, and cook until meat is fork-tender, 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Remove bay leaves and, if desired, season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 695 g, Fat 41 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 48 g
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of beef. Chuck roast, brisket, and short ribs are all good options for beef stew. These cuts are tough, but they become tender when cooked slowly in liquid.
- Brown the beef before stewing it. This will help to develop the flavor of the stew.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your stew. This will add flavor and nutrients to the dish. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and turnips.
- Season the stew well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic, and herbs to taste.
- Cook the stew on low heat for a long time. This will allow the flavors to meld and the beef to become tender.
- Serve the stew with a side of crusty bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the delicious juices.
Conclusion:
Beef stew is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and hearty beef stew that will warm you up on a cold winter day.
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