Best 7 Beef Sweet Potato Stew Slow Cooker Recipes

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Are you searching for a delectable and comforting dish that combines the richness of beef with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes? Look no further! We bring you the ultimate guide to creating the perfect beef sweet potato stew in the convenience of your slow cooker. This flavorful dish is a symphony of tender beef, soft sweet potatoes, and a savory sauce that will warm your heart and soul. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner seeking an effortless yet impressive meal, our detailed recipe and step-by-step instructions will guide you in crafting this culinary masterpiece.

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SLOW-COOKER COLOMBIAN BEEF AND SWEET POTATO STEW



Slow-Cooker Colombian Beef and Sweet Potato Stew image

Cinnamon, cloves, apricots and sweet potatoes create the tasty twist to a homey beef stew.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 6h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb boneless beef chuck
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
3 cups 1-inch pieces peeled sweet potatoes
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
2 whole cloves
1 dried bay leaf
1 stick cinnamon
1 large onion, cut into eighths
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic whole peeled tomatoes with basil, undrained
8 dried apricots, cut in half
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Remove excess fat from beef. Cut beef into 1-inch pieces. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook beef in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown.
  • In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, mix beef and remaining ingredients except apricots and parsley. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours or until beef is tender.
  • Stir in apricots. Cover; cook on Low heat setting about 15 minutes or until apricots are softened. Discard cloves, bay leaf and cinnamon stick. Sprinkle stew with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg

SLOW-COOKER BEEF AND POTATO STEW



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I used vegetables from the farmers market and just started creating this delicious and spicy stew! It's very easy to put together and very tasty! If you like fresh garlic you can add 2 cloves to meat while browning. For a less-spicy option, remove jalapeno seeds.

Provided by Emily Vainer

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 3h55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 ½ cups water
1 (14.25 ounce) can low-sodium beef broth
1 (15.25 ounce) can yellow sweet corn
10 small red potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
6 fresh jalapeno peppers, sliced into rings
1 small white onion, chopped
1 pinch onion powder, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Crumble ground beef into a skillet over medium heat; season with garlic salt and cayenne pepper. Cook and stir the ground beef until completely browned, breaking into small pieces as you stir, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain as much grease from the beef as possible.
  • Combine water, beef broth, corn, potatoes, sliced jalapeno peppers, onion, onion powder, and black pepper in a slow cooker; add drained ground beef. Cook on High until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally, 3 1/2 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 632 calories, Carbohydrate 91.3 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 10.2 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

BEEF & SWEET POTATO STEW (SLOW COOKER)



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This stew is an entire meal, veggies and all. It is thickened just before serving with ground toasted rice, which gives it nice toasted undertones. I am sure other veggies could be added, but I think the green bean sweet potato combo is pretty good. Adapted from Secrets of Slow Cooking.

Provided by Chandra M

Categories     Stew

Time 4h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat, cut in 1-2-inch chunks (I use a chuck roast & cut it up)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks (or 1 large)
2 small onions, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 cup basmati rice
1/2 cup unsalted peanuts
1/3 cup dried apricot, halved
1/2 lb green beans, trimmed and cut in half
salt & pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Season the beef with salt & pepper.
  • Heat the oil over medium high heat and a large skillet.
  • Brown all sides of the beef in batches, transfer browned beef to the slow cooker.
  • Deglaze the skillet with 1.5 cups water and pour the liquid over the beef.
  • Add the spices and stir to combine.
  • Layer the onions, garlic, and sweet potatoes over the beef.
  • Cook on the low setting for 4 hours or until the beef is tender, and the sweet potatoes are easily pierced with a fork but retain their shape.
  • Meanwhile, toast the rice in a small skillet over medium-high heat until just browned.
  • Transfer to a plate or bowl to cool.
  • When cool, run through a spice mill or coffee grinder until it is a fine powder.
  • Also grind half of the peanuts.
  • Coarsely chop the other half of the peanuts.
  • Add the powdered rice and ground peanuts to the cooker and stir gently, taking care not to smash the potatoes.
  • Bring a small pan with 1" water in the bottom to a boil.
  • Add the apricots and green beans.
  • Cook until the green beans are bright green and still slightly crisp (about 5 minutes).
  • Drain and stir the beans & apricots into the stew.
  • Season with salt & pepper to taste.
  • Serve sprinkled with the chopped peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 872, Fat 55.7, SaturatedFat 19.3, Cholesterol 177.1, Sodium 156.2, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 7, Sugar 10.9, Protein 51.9

SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW WITH SWEET POTATOES



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Try this delicious crockpot beef stew with sweet potatoes and green beans, flavored with a touch of cinnamon, that's perfect for fall and winter.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 8h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 pounds lean stewing beef
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 large onion (or 2 medium, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 medium sweet potatoes (or 1 if very large)
1/2 cup beef stock (homemade, canned, or from bouillon or base)
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 to 1 cup peas (frozen, or green beans, thawed)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)
Optional: 1 tablespoon flour (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
Garnish: fresh chopped parsley or cilantro

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Cut the stewing beef into bite-size pieces.
  • In a bowl or a paper bag or food storage bag, toss the stew beef with the flour and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper .
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the coated beef cubes and sliced onion to the pan and cook, stirring, until the beef is well browned.
  • Peel the sweet potato and cut into 1 to 1 1/2-inch cubes. You should have about 2 1/2 to 3 cups of cubes.
  • Place the sweet potato cubes in the crock pot; add beef and onions.
  • Mix beef broth with cinnamon and pour over beef mixture.
  • Cover and cook on low 7 to 9 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper, as needed.
  • Add peas or green beans during the last 15 to 20 minutes.
  • If you would like to thicken the stew, combine the flour and water and stir to make a smooth paste. Add to the stew and turn to HIGH. Cook for about 10 minutes longer, or until thickened.
  • Serve this beef stew with biscuits or crusty bread .
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 701 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 153 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 58 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 2664 mg, Fat 29 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 17 g

JACQUIE'S SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW WITH SWEET POTATOES



Jacquie's Slow Cooker Beef Stew with Sweet Potatoes image

The mild sweetness of the sweet potato really complements the beef well and adds far more nutrients to this beef stew than regular potatoes.

Provided by Jacquie Garel

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 5h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 stalks celery, chopped
4 each sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 each carrots, peeled and sliced
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat, or to taste
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon olive oil, or more to taste
1 onion, chopped
2 cups beef broth
½ cup dry red wine
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
8 cloves garlic, or more to taste, minced
2 each bay leaves, or more to taste
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary, or more to taste
½ (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Place celery, sweet potatoes, and carrots in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  • Combine stew meat and flour in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag; toss to coat.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add beef to hot skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add onion; cook and stir until beef is evenly browned on all sides and onion has softened, 3 to 7 minutes more. Transfer beef and onion to the slow cooker.
  • Combine broth, wine, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl; pour into the hot skillet and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Pour the skillet contents over meat in the slow cooker. Add garlic, bay leaves, rosemary, and onion soup mix.
  • Cover and cook on High until meat and vegetables are tender, about 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 50.1 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 432.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

HEARTY BEEF & SWEET POTATO STEW



Hearty Beef & Sweet Potato Stew image

I have fond memories of growing up in an Irish-Italian family and learning to cook from my grandparents. Beefy stew reminds me of their precious contributions. -Renee Murphy, Smithtown, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h40m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1-1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
1/3 cup dry red wine or additional reduced-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water
1-1/4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound baby portobello mushrooms, halved
4 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 medium parsnips, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium turnip, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In an ovenproof Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches. Remove with a slotted spoon., Add remaining oil to pan. Add onions; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add broth and wine, stirring to remove browned bits from pan. Stir in thyme, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Return beef to pan; bring to a boil. Transfer to oven; bake, covered, 1-1/4 hours., In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into stew. Add sweet potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, parsnips and turnip to pan. Bake, covered, 45-60 minutes longer or until beef and vegetables are tender. If desired, strain cooking juices; skim fat. Return cooking juices to Dutch oven.

Nutrition Facts :

MINCED BEEF & SWEET POTATO STEW



Minced beef & sweet potato stew image

Thrifty lean mince makes a great base for a hearty family casserole - serve this one-pot with seasonal greens

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tbsp sunflower oil
1 large onion , chopped
1 large carrot , chopped
1 celery stick, sliced
500g lean minced beef
1 tbsp tomato purée
1 tbsp mushroom ketchup
400g can chopped tomato
450g sweet potato , peeled and cut into large chunks
few thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
handful parsley , chopped
Savoy cabbage , to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan, add the onion, carrot and celery, and sweat for 10 mins until soft. Add the beef and cook until it is browned all over.
  • Add the tomato purée and cook for a few mins, then add the mushroom ketchup, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, herbs and a can full of water. Season well and bring to the boil.
  • Simmer on a low heat for 40-45 mins until the sweet potatoes are tender, stirring a few times throughout cooking to make sure they are cooking evenly.
  • Once cooked, remove the bay leaf, stir through the chopped parsley and serve with cabbage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 35 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 29 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef. Stew meat or chuck roast are good options because they are tough cuts that become tender when cooked slowly.
  • Brown the beef before adding it to the slow cooker. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the beef from becoming dry.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and nutrients to the stew. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and sweet potatoes.
  • Add some liquid to the slow cooker. This can be water, broth, or even beer.
  • Season the stew to taste. Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good options.
  • Cook the stew on low for 6-8 hours. This will allow the beef to become tender and the vegetables to cook through.

Conclusion:

Beef and sweet potato stew is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover beef. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can easily make a delicious and satisfying stew that the whole family will enjoy.

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