Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Beef Stew!!!

Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Beef Stew!!!

There’s something timeless and deeply comforting about a warm bowl of beef stew. It’s hearty, rich, and satisfying — the kind of meal that fills your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas and brings everyone to the table without needing a fancy ingredient list. This Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Beef Stew proves that simple cooking can still deliver incredible flavor.

With just five main ingredients and a slow cooker doing most of the work, this recipe is perfect for busy days when you want a homemade meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• ✔ Only 5 core ingredients
• ✔ Minimal prep time
• ✔ Budget-friendly
• ✔ Deep, slow-simmered flavor
• ✔ Perfect for meal prep

The magic of this stew lies in low, steady heat. Over several hours, the beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender while the vegetables soak up every bit of savory richness.

The 5 Key Ingredients

1. Beef chuck (stew meat) – Well-marbled cuts work best for tenderness.
2. Potatoes – Yukon Gold or russet potatoes hold up beautifully.
3. Carrots – Add natural sweetness and color.
4. Onion – Builds the savory base.
5. Beef broth (or condensed beefy soup) – The flavorful cooking liquid.

Optional pantry add-ins like salt, pepper, garlic powder, or dried thyme don’t count toward the five ingredients but can enhance flavor.

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

Start by cutting the beef chuck into even bite-sized cubes if it isn’t pre-cut. Uniform pieces ensure even cooking.

• Peel and chop the potatoes into large chunks.
• Slice carrots into thick rounds.
• Roughly chop the onion.

Keeping the vegetables slightly larger prevents them from becoming too soft during long cooking.

Step 2: Layer the Slow Cooker

Layering matters for even cooking:

1. Place the potatoes and carrots at the bottom.
2. Add the chopped onion.
3. Place the beef on top of the vegetables.

Vegetables on the bottom cook best since they’re closer to the heat source.

Step 3: Add the Liquid

Pour the beef broth evenly over everything. The liquid should mostly cover the ingredients but doesn’t need to fully submerge them. As the stew cooks, the beef will release juices that enhance the broth.

If desired, add:

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme

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