How To Make Beef Stew In A Slow Cooker: Crock Pot Recipe
This easy, hearty beef stew is made with just three ingredients: beef, potatoes, and onions, all cooked together in a slow cooker for a comforting and delicious meal. With minimal prep and no need for extra sides, it's the perfect one-pot dinner solution for busy days.
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Slow cooker
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cut-up beef labeled “Beef Stew” in the supermarket
- 8 medium onions peeled and thinly sliced
- 6 large potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Peel and slice the onions into thin slices.
- Peel and cut the potatoes into 1-inch chunks.
- Sprinkle 1 tsp of salt over the meat and 1 tsp over the potatoes. Season with 1/2 tsp pepper.
- Add the potatoes, onions, and meat to the slow cooker.
- Cook on High for 4 hours or Low for 8 hours.
- Stir the beef stew thoroughly before serving, and enjoy a hearty, flavorful meal!
Notes
- No liquid is needed for this recipe as the moisture from the onions and meat will keep the stew moist.
- For added flavor, you can add herbs like thyme or bay leaves.