Best 11 Slow Cooker Old Fashioned Beef Stew Recipes

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In the realm of comfort food, there exists a classic dish that has stood the test of time and tantalized taste buds for generations: slow cooker old fashioned beef stew. This hearty and flavorful stew encapsulates the essence of home cooking, where simple ingredients are transformed into a symphony of flavors through the magic of slow cooking. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect slow cooker old fashioned beef stew, a dish that will warm your heart and delight your palate with every savory bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OLD FASHIONED SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW



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There is nothing quite like the taste of an Old Fashioned Slow Cooker Beef Stew. Cooking beef this way ends up in the most amazingly tender beef and flavors that warm you to the bones on even the coldest of days.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Beef

Time 10h10m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound of beef stew meat, cut into large chunks
2 tbsp of all purpose flour
2 tbsp of olive oil
3/4 pound of baby potatoes
12 Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed
4 medium carrots, cut into large pieces
6 whole scallions
4 whole cloves of garlic
2 large stalks of celery quartered
1 bay leaf
2 sprigs of fresh rosemary, diced
1 small bunch of parsley, minced
1 tsp of dried Italian seasoning
Sea Salt and cracked black pepper to taste
1 1/2 cups of low sodium beef stock
1 14 oz can of diced tomatoes
1 cup of frozen peas.
1 tablespoon of corn starch

Steps:

  • Place the flour and beef into a large zip lock bag and shake to coat the beef.
  • Heat the olive oil in a non stick frying pan and brown the beef in the oil on all sides.
  • While the beef is browning, cut your vegetables and add them to the slow cooker.
  • Place the beef on top of the vegetables, add the bay leaf and fresh and dried herbs.
  • Pour over the stock and diced tomatoes. Cover and cook on low for 10 hours.
  • 39 minutes before the stew is done, stir in the frozen peas, add a tablespoon of cornstarch some water and stir into the gravy and cover and continue cooking for the last 30 minutes.
  • Stir well and serve with some flaky biscuits to sop up the delicious gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 calories, Carbohydrate 44 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 112 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 16 grams fat, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 46 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 545 grams sodium, Sugar 9 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams unsaturated fat

SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW I



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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

2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 onion, chopped
1 ½ cups beef broth
3 potatoes, diced
4 carrots, sliced
1 stalk celery, chopped

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



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This hearty slow cooker beef stew is packed with seasoned well with all the potatoes, chuck roast, onions, carrots and celery. Just 4 to 6 hours in the slow cooker on high to get the full flavor.

Provided by Lynette

Categories     Soup

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs chuck roast (cubed)
1/2 Cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 Cups water
2 teaspoons beef better than bouillon
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 bay leaf
4 carrots (sliced)
2 onions (chopped)
1 stalk of celery (sliced)
3 medium potatoes (diced)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together the flour, salt, pepper and paprika.
  • Add the cubed chuck roast to the slow cooker. Mix in the flour mixture to fully coat the stew meat.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix well.
  • Cook on low for 10-12 hours or high for 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Cup, Calories 426 kcal, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 1024 mg, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 33 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, UnsaturatedFat 11 g

SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: chuck roast, all-purpose flour, salt, pepper, olive oil, red onion, celery stalk, carrot, garlic, can of plum tomatoes, red wine, bay leaf, fresh parsley, chopped fresh sage

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 lb chuck roast
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ tablespoons salt, divided
½ tablespoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup red onion, diced
1 celery stalk, diced
1 carrot, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
28 oz can of plum tomatoes
2 cups red wine
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for serving
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, 1 tablespoon of salt, and the pepper. Rub the flour mixture on the beef, making sure it is covered entirely.
  • Heat oil in large skillet. Sear the meat on all sides until golden brown.
  • Transfer meat to a slow cooker. Add the onion, celery, carrot, garlic, tomatoes, wine, bay leaf, and remaining ½ tablespoon salt. Cook on low for 8 hours.
  • Remove and discard the bay leaf. Stir in the parsley and sage. Serve the stew with your favorite side dish and sprinkle more parsley on top.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 55 grams, Sugar 4 grams

SLOW COOKER BEEF VEGETABLE STEW



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Come home to warm comfort food! This vegetable beef stew is based on my mom's wonderful recipe, but I adjusted it for the slow cooker. Add a sprinkle of Parmesan to each bowl for a nice finishing touch. -Marcella West, Washburn, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h

Yield 8 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 cups water
1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon browning sauce, optional
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup cornstarch
3/4 cup cold water
2 cups frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • Place the beef, potatoes, water, carrots, soup, onion, celery, Worcestershire sauce, browning sauce if desired, bouillon granules, garlic, sugar, salt and pepper in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 6-8 hours., Combine cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth; gradually stir into stew. Cover and cook on high until thickened, 30 minutes. Stir in peas; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 705mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

OLD FASHIONED BEEF STEW FOR YOUR CROCK POT



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Take the hassle out of dinner tonight by letting this scrumptious stew simmer in your crock pot all day. From BH&G.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Stew

Time 10h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 lb beef or 1 lb pork stew meat, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
2 1/2 cups cubed potatoes
1 cup frozen cut green beans
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
1 cup sliced carrot
2 1/2 cups vegetable juice cocktail
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons snipped fresh marjoram or 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons snipped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Place flour in a plastic bag.
  • Add meat cubes, a few at a time, shaking to coat.
  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven brown meat, half at a time, in hot oil.
  • Drain off fat.
  • In the bottom of a 3-1/2- or 4-quart electric crock pot layer onion, potatoes, green beans, corn, carrot, and meat.
  • Combine vegetable juice cocktail, bouillon granules, Worcestershire sauce, marjoram, oregano, pepper, and bay leaf.
  • Pour over meat and vegetables in crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 10 to 12 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender.
  • Discard bay leaf.

OLD-FASHIONED BEEF STEW



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This classic stick-to-your-ribs stew is the ideal project for a chilly weekend. Beef, onion, carrots, potatoes and red wine come together in cozy harmony. If you are feeding a crowd, good news: It doubles (or triples) beautifully.

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, one pot, soups and stews, main course

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 pound beef stewing meat, trimmed and cut into inch cubes
5 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup red wine
3 1/2 cups beef broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
2 bay leaves
1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
5 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch rounds
2 large baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Combine the flour and pepper in a bowl, add the beef and toss to coat well. Heat 3 teaspoons of the oil in a large pot. Add the beef a few pieces at a time; do not overcrowd. Cook, turning the pieces until beef is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch; add more oil as needed between batches.
  • Remove the beef from the pot and add the vinegar and wine. Cook over medium-high heat, scraping the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits. Add the beef, beef broth and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a slow simmer.
  • Cover and cook, skimming broth from time to time, until the beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Add the onions and carrots and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Add the potatoes and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more. Add broth or water if the stew is dry. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle among 4 bowls and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 494, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1604 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

OLD-FASHIONED SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW RECIPE



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This is an old-fashioned slow cooker beef stew recipe with a variety of vegetables. The stew is seasoned with herbs and spices, along with garlic and onions.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 21m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika (divided)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 pounds stew beef (lean chuck)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion (cut into chunks)
1 clove garlic (minced)
2 cups beef stock (unsalted or low sodium)
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 bay leaves (medium-sized)
6 carrots (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
6 medium potatoes (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
1/3 cup cold water
3 tablespoons flour

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil or olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the beef stew on the LOW setting for about 7 to 9 hours, or until the beef and vegetables are tender. Alternatively, cook the stew on HIGH for about 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 112 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 45 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 505 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 12 g, ServingSize 1 pot (6 to 8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

OLD-FASHIONED BEEF STEW



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This rich, hearty beef stew has a garden full of flavor with vegetables like cabbage, rutabaga and carrots. Mom knew this main dish is one that would suit us 11 kids. When we were all home, she'd throw in extra vegetables to stretch it. -Anne Heinonen, Howell, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
5 cups water
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 to 3 teaspoons salt, optional
5 to 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
5 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 medium rutabaga, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup sliced celery (1/2-inch pieces)
1/2 medium head cabbage, finely sliced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cold water
2 teaspoons browning sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown meat in oil. Add the onion, water, seasoned salt, pepper and salt if desired; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours. , Add the vegetables; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until the meat and vegetables are tender. Combine flour, cold water and browning sauce until smooth. Stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 11g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOM'S OLD FASHIONED BEEF STEW



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This stew is just like one my mom used to make when my sister and I were little girls and she was the busy mom on the run!

Provided by BrendaM

Categories     Stew

Time 9h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 lbs stewing beef, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups beef stock
4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 large onion, diced
1 (19 ounce) can tomatoes, diced,with juice
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 cup frozen peas
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a heavy plastic bag, combine flour, salt and pepper.
  • In batches, add beef to flour mixture and toss to coat.
  • Transfer to a plate.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat half the oil over medium high heat.
  • Cook beef in batches, adding more oil as needed, until browned all over.
  • With a slotted spoon, transfer beef to a slow cooker.
  • Add 1 cup stock to pan and stir to scrape up any brown bits.
  • Transfer stock mixtures to slow cooker.
  • Add carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, tomatoes (with juice) remaining stock, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce and parsely; mix well to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours until vegetables are tender and stew is bubbling.
  • Remove bay leaf and discard.
  • Add peas.
  • Cover and cook on high 15 to 20 minutes longer or until slightly thickened and peas are heated through.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.

OLD FASHIONED BEEF STEW



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A stew that will heat you up on a cold winter day. To thicken stew for a gravy base, mix 1 heaping tablespoon of cornstarch with 1/3 cup cold water and mix in for the last 1/2 hour of cooking time.

Provided by Tara

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 6h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
4 cups boiling water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 onion, diced
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
6 potatoes, cubed
2 carrots, sliced
½ cup whole kernel corn

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, combine the stew meat, boiling water, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and garlic. Stir in the onion, bay leaf, salt, sugar, ground pepper, paprika and allspice. Add the potatoes, carrots and corn.
  • Cook on HIGH for 2 hours.
  • Switch the slow cooker to LOW and cook for another 3 1/2 hours. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 98.6 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 969.1 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Tips:

  • For a thicker stew, coat the beef cubes in flour before browning.
  • Use a variety of vegetables for a more flavorful stew. Some good options include carrots, potatoes, celery, and onions.
  • Add a bay leaf or two to the stew for extra flavor.
  • For a richer stew, use beef broth instead of water.
  • Cook the stew on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.
  • Serve the stew with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Conclusion:

Slow Cooker Old-Fashioned Beef Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This stew is made with beef cubes, vegetables, and a rich broth, and it is cooked until the beef is fall-apart tender. This stew is easy to make, and it is a great way to use up leftover beef. Serve this stew with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for a complete meal.

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