BETTER-THAN-HOMEMADE SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW

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Better-than-Homemade Slow Cooker Beef Stew image

This is a hearty stew that will make a perfect meal for your family on a cold winter night. You could start it in your crockpot in the morning before you leave for the day, and a delicious supper will be waiting for you when you get home!

Provided by Bobbi Jo Woods

Categories     Beef Soups

Time 10h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lb beef, cut into 1 inch cubes
1/3 c all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
2 clove garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1 tsp paprika
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1/2 c red wine
1 1/2 c beef broth
1 onion, medium
3 potatoes, cubed
4 carrots, sliced

Steps:

  • 1. In a small bowl mix together the flour, paprika, salt and pepper; put meat cubes into gallon-size zip bag and shake beef in bag to coat.
  • 2. Heat 1-2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet and sauté coated beef in oil to sear, until just brown all over the outside (still bloody inside is OK). Then put the meat into the slow cooker.
  • 3. In a small bowl or shaker, mix the beef broth with the worcestershire, and add the red wine. Pour into hot skillet to deglaze, then pour over beef in cooker.
  • 4. Add the chopped onion, potatoes and carrots and garlic to slow cooker; cover and cook on low 10 to 12 hours, or on high 4 to 6 hours.

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