“Best Ever Beef Stew”
Best Ever Beef Stew
Hearty, flavorful, and pure comfort in a bowl
Get ready to experience the essence of comfort food with this Best Ever Beef Stew. This classic recipe is filled with tender chunks of beef, wholesome vegetables, and a rich, savory broth that warms you from the inside out. Whether it’s a crisp fall evening or a cozy weekend meal, this stew is sure to satisfy every craving for home-cooked goodness.
🛒 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Beef stew meat | 2 pounds |
| All-purpose flour | ½ cup |
| Seasoning salt | 1 tablespoon |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Onion, diced | 1 large |
| Bay leaves | 2 |
| Worcestershire sauce | ¼ cup |
| Water | 2 cups |
| Beef demi-glace (or Swanson Flavor Boost) | 2 heaping teaspoons |
| Red-skinned potatoes, diced | 4 medium to large |
| Carrots, peeled and sliced | 3 large |
| Celery, diced | 1 stalk |
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Coat the Beef
Place the stew meat in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the flour and seasoning salt, then shake until each piece of meat is thoroughly coated.
Step 2: Brown the Beef
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the floured meat and sear on all sides until golden brown. Transfer the browned beef to your slow cooker and sprinkle with black pepper.
Step 3: Sauté the Onions
Using the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for about 2 minutes, scraping up any flavorful browned bits. Add the onions to the slow cooker.
Step 4: Deglaze the Pan
Pour the Worcestershire sauce, water, and beef demi-glace into the skillet. Whisk to blend and scrape the bottom to release all the rich drippings. Once the mixture is smooth, remove it from heat.
Step 5: Add the Vegetables
Place the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, celery, and bay leaves into the slow cooker on top of the beef and onions.
Step 6: Combine Everything
Pour the prepared Worcestershire-broth mixture from the skillet over the ingredients in the slow cooker, coating everything evenly.
Step 7: Slow Cook Until Tender
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender enough to fall apart and the vegetables are perfectly cooked.
Step 8: Finish and Serve
Remove the bay leaves before serving. Stir gently to combine, then ladle the stew into bowls. Serve warm and enjoy a comforting, flavorful meal.
