Savory Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Savory Slow Cooker Beef Stew.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious beef stew, grab a large plastic bag and mix together 1/4 cup of flour with a pinch of salt.

2. Step 2

   Toss in the cubed beef stew meat, seal the bag tightly, and give it a good shake until every piece of meat is nicely coated.

3. Step 3

   Next, heat some olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

4. Step 4

   Working in batches, add the floured meat to the skillet, browning it evenly on all sides.

5. Step 5

   Once the meat is beautifully browned, transfer it to your slow cooker, where the magic will happen.

6. Step 6

   In the same skillet, melt a bit of butter and toss in the sliced onions.

7. Step 7

   Sauté them until they’re soft and fragrant, then add them to the slow cooker with the beef.

8. Step 8

   Now, pour in some red wine, making sure to scrape up any tasty browned bits stuck to the bottom of the skillet—this is where a lot of flavor lives! Remove the skillet from the heat and add the wine mixture to the slow cooker.

9. Step 9

   Next, it’s time to add some heartiness to your stew.

10. Step 10

    Toss in cubed potatoes, baby carrots, dried parsley, and a sprinkle of ground black pepper.

11. Step 11

    In a separate bowl, combine boiling water with the dry onion soup mix, stirring until it’s well blended.

12. Step 12

    Pour this flavorful mixture into the slow cooker, bringing everything together.

13. Step 13

    Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on High for 30 minutes.

14. Step 14

    After that, reduce the heat to Low and let it simmer for about 6 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender and the aroma fills your kitchen with warmth and comfort.

15. Step 15

    As your stew nears completion, mix 1/4 cup of warm water with 2 tablespoons of flour in a small bowl until smooth.

16. Step 16

    Stir this mixture into the stew and let it cook uncovered for about 15 minutes, allowing the stew to thicken to a perfect consistency.

17. Step 17

    And there you have it—a hearty, flavorful beef stew that’s sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.

18. Step 18

    Enjoy every comforting bite!.