BUSY DAY BEEF STEW

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Here's a classic old-fashioned beef stew that simmers for hours in the slow cooker. I call it my "lazy" stew because it's so easy to make on busy days. Perfect for hearty appetites, it's guaranteed to keep folks coming back for more!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 10h10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 boneless beef chuck roast (1 to 1-1/2 pounds)
1 envelope onion soup mix
2 teaspoons browning sauce, optional
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 cups water
2 cups cubed peeled potatoes (1/2-inch pieces)
6 to 8 medium carrots, cut into chunks
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 cup frozen corn, thawed, optional
5 tablespoons cornstarch
6 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Place roast in a 5-qt. slow cooker; sprinkle with soup mix, browning sauce if desired, salt and pepper. Pour water over meat. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast to a cutting board; let stand for 5 minutes. Add vegetables to slow cooker. Cube beef and return to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 1-1/2 hours or until vegetables are tender. , Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into stew. Cover and cook on high for 30-45 minutes or until thickened.

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Pratikxhya Gurung
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This stew is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use any type of beef I have on hand.


Tina Hoyles
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This stew is delicious! I made it for my family last night and they loved it. The beef was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Cathy Nakandi
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit. The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love the rich, flavorful broth.


Charlie Walden
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This is my go-to stew recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I love that I can use any type of beef I have on hand.


Adam Sapina
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I love this stew! It's so hearty and flavorful. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for later.


nigel porter
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This stew is amazing! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Faheem Ali Laghari
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This stew is delicious! The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love the rich, flavorful broth.


Anas jutt
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This stew is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the beef is fall-apart tender. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Kristopher Raymond
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I made this stew for my family last night, and they loved it! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Suhail sahil
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This stew is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can throw it all in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Emmanuel Archibong
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the stew turned out perfectly. It was so easy to make, and it tasted like it had been simmering all day. I'll definitely be making this again!


Veronica Lethibelane
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This stew is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the beef is fall-apart tender. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Irfanmalik
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I'm not a huge fan of beef stew, but this recipe changed my mind! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


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This beef stew is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's so easy to throw together, and it always turns out delicious. My family loves it, and I love that I can feel good about feeding them a healthy, home-cooked meal.


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