Slow-Cooker Classic Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Slow-Cooker Classic Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 extra-lean boneless beef pot roast (2 lb.), cut into 2-inch pieces Safeway 1 lb For $4.99 thru 02/09; 1/3 cup flour; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1 lb. each baby carrots and quartered fresh mushrooms King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 1 pkg. (10 oz.) pearl onions, peeled; 4 stalks celery, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium beef broth; 1/4 cup each BULL'S-EYE Original Barbecue Sauce and KRAFT Lite Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

8 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 extra-lean boneless beef pot roast (2 lb.), cut into 2-inch pieces Safeway 1 lb For $4.99 thru 02/09
1/3 cup flour
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 lb. each baby carrots and quartered fresh mushrooms King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
1 pkg. (10 oz.) pearl onions, peeled
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium beef broth
1/4 cup each BULL'S-EYE Original Barbecue Sauce and KRAFT Lite Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1
Cook and stir bacon in large skillet on medium heat until crisp.
2
Remove bacon from skillet with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
3
Discard all but 2 Tbsp.
4
drippings from skillet.
5
Toss meat with flour.
6
Add to drippings in skillet; cook 6 min.
7
or until evenly browned, stirring occasionally.
8
Spoon into slow cooker.
9
Add wine to skillet; bring to boil, stirring constantly to scrape browned bits from bottom of skillet.
10
Cook and stir 2 min.
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; pour over meat.
12
Add carrots, mushrooms, onions, celery and garlic.
13
Whisk broth, barbecue sauce and dressing until blended; pour over vegetables.
14
Cover with lid; cook on LOW 8 to 9 hours (or on HIGH 4 to 5 hours).
15
Stir in parsley.

494

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 extra-lean boneless beef pot roast (2 lb.), cut into 2-inch pieces Safeway 1 lb For $4.99 thru 02/09, 1/3 cup flour, 1/2 cup dry red wine, and more.

Yes, Slow-Cooker Classic 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 Classic Beef Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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