Best 2 Slow Cooker Italian Beef Stew Recipes

Indulge in the hearty flavors of Italian beef stew, a classic comfort food that's perfect for a cozy meal. This delectable dish is brimming with tender beef chunks, savory vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth. The slow-cooker method ensures fall-apart tender meat and allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. This versatile stew can be customized to your liking with different cuts of beef, vegetables, and seasonings. Whether you prefer a traditional beef stew or something with a modern twist, you'll find a recipe here to satisfy your cravings. From classic Italian beef stew to variations like Tuscan beef stew and even a gluten-free version, these recipes offer a range of options to suit every taste and dietary preference. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this comforting and flavorful Italian beef stew made in your trusty slow cooker.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER ITALIAN BEEF STEW

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Best beef stew I've ever made! I apologize for the vague instructions, the ingredient amounts are approximate as well as I did this over the weekend but did not note amounts. It turned out so good I wanted to save what I did so I could make again! Chicken broth can be used instead of beef broth if desired.

Provided by Christine Foley Wanner

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef

Time 4h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
¼ teaspoon onion powder, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds cubed beef stew meat
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ (16 ounce) package baby carrots, quartered
½ yellow onion, quartered and sliced
4 red potatoes, quartered
2 stalks celery, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
¾ cup red wine
¼ cup beef broth
¼ cup tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Steps:

Whisk flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a shallow bowl. Add beef to seasoned flour and toss to evenly coat; shake off any excess flour.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook beef in hot oil until browned on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer beef to slow cooker; add carrots, onion, potatoes, celery, and garlic.
Whisk red wine, beef broth, tomato paste, and rosemary together in a bowl until smooth; pour over beef and vegetables.
Cook on Low until beef and vegetables are tender, 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 178.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN-STYLE BEEF STEW

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Looking for a Italian slow-cooked dinner made using Progresso™ broth? Then check out this hearty stew loaded with beef, bacon and veggies.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 7h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

6 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 lb), trimmed of fat, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1/2 lb carrots, cut diagonally into slices
1 cup dry red wine
2 cups Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh baby portabella mushrooms
1/2 cup dry-pack julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes
Fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley leaves, if desired

Steps:

Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crisp. Place bacon in slow cooker. Reserve 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet. Cook beef in bacon drippings 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown. Add onion. Cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Spoon mixture into slow cooker.
Add carrots, wine, broth, flour, basil, thyme, salt, pepper and diced tomatoes to slow cooker; stir.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
Stir in mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes. Cover; cook 20 to 30 minutes longer or until tomatoes are tender. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg

Tips:

Use a good quality cut of beef for the best flavor. Chuck roast or brisket are both good choices.
Brown the beef in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. This will help to develop more flavor.
Add plenty of vegetables to the stew. This will make it more nutritious and flavorful.
Use a good quality beef broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the stew.
Let the stew cook on low for at least 8 hours, or up to 12 hours. This will allow the flavors to develop fully.
Serve the stew over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker Italian beef stew is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give this recipe a try.