Slow Cooker Pot Roast Stew Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Pot Roast Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch wedges; 3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes; ¾ cup dry red wine or ¾ cup reduced-sodium beef broth; ¼ cup tomato paste; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or 3 tablespoons cider; 1 (6 inch) cinnamon sticks; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; ¾ teaspoon salt; 14-½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 lbs butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces; 2 large quinces or 2 large cooking apples, cored and cut into 1/2-inch wedges; 4 cups hot cooked couscous

Servings: persons

2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
¾ cup dry red wine or ¾ cup reduced-sodium beef broth
¼ cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or 3 tablespoons cider
1 (6 inch) cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon ground allspice
¾ teaspoon salt
14-½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 lbs butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 large quinces or 2 large cooking apples, cored and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
4 cups hot cooked couscous

1
Place onions in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker.
2
Place beef on top of onions.
3
In a bowl combine wine, tomato paste, vinegar, cinnamon, rosemary, allspice, salt, and crushed red pepper; pour over beef.
4
Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 6 hours or on high-heat setting for 3 hours.
5
Adjust low-heat setting to high-heat setting.
6
Stir in squash and quince.
7
Cover and cook 1-1/2 to 2 hours more or until squash is tender.
8
If using apples, add to cooker the last 1/2 hour of cooking.
9
Remove and discard cinnamon.
10
Serve pot roast with couscous and juices.
11
Stove top instructions: Set onions aside to add later.
12
In a 4- to 5- quart Dutch oven, brown beef one third at a time, in 2 tablespoons hot olive or cooking oil.
13
Transfer beef to platter; drain fat and return beef to Dutch oven.
14
Increase wine to 1-1/2 cups and vinegar to 1/3 cup.
15
Stir wine, tomato paste, vinegar, cinnamon, rosemary, allspice, salt, and red pepper into meat.
16
Bring to boiling.
17
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 1-1/4 hours.
18
Add onions, squash, and quince, if using.
19
Return to boiling.
20
Reduce heat.
21
Simmer, covered, 30 minutes more or until quince and vegetables are tender.
22
If using apples, add the last 10 minutes of cooking.
23
Remove; discard cinnamon.
24
Serve as above.
25
Tip: If using apples instead of quince, choose a firm cooking apple such as Granny Smith, Fuji, or Gala.

2702

kcal

Calories

242

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch wedges, 3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes, ¾ cup dry red wine or ¾ cup reduced-sodium beef broth, ¼ cup tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Pot Roast 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.

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Slow Cooker Pot Roast Stew

Tips for the best results

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