Slow Cooker Big Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Big Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs cubed stew meat; 1 large onion, sliced; 1 teaspoon parsley flakes; 2 green bell peppers, sliced; 2 celery ribs, sliced; 5 carrots, sliced; 28 ounces crushed tomatoes; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; ¼ cup dry white wine; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

3 lbs cubed stew meat
1 large onion, sliced
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
2 green bell peppers, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
5 carrots, sliced
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

1
Salt and pepper beef.
2
Brown beef with two tablespoons of vegetable oil.
3
Add beef to slow cooker when browned.
4
Saute the onions in the same pan as used for the beef until slightly softened, scraping up the brown bits left on the bottom of the pan from the beef.
5
Add the wine and cook on med to high heat for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, making sure not to over brown the onions.
6
Still scraping up the brown bits on the bottom of the pan.
7
Add onions to slow cooker and beef.
8
Combine all other ingredients with beef/onion mixture in slow cooker and stir.
9
Cover.
10
Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.

225

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs cubed stew meat, 1 large onion, sliced, 1 teaspoon parsley flakes, 2 green bell peppers, sliced, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Big Beef Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Slow Cooker Big Beef Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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