Description
Cozy Slow Cooker Holiday Stew is the ultimate comfort food that warms your heart and home during chilly evenings. This hearty one-pot meal features tender chunks of chuck roast, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. With minimal prep time and a rich flavor profile, it transforms any gathering into a festive celebration. Gather around the dinner table with loved ones and savor each comforting spoonful.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 2 medium sweet onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chuck roast into bite-sized cubes and season with salt and pepper. Peel and chop the potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onions until translucent. Add minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Brown the cubed chuck roast in the skillet until all sides are seared.
- Transfer the browned meat and sautéed veggies to your slow cooker. Pour in beef broth, add thyme and bay leaves, then stir gently.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked (meat should be fork-tender), serve hot with fresh parsley garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Customize this stew by adding vegetables like parsnips or sweet potatoes. - For added depth of flavor, deglaze the skillet with a splash of red wine after browning the meat before transferring to the slow cooker. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on low in a pot or microwave.