Classic Beef Stew
Comforting and cozy, classic beef stew is a winter favorite.
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1/2 pound carrots sliced
- 1-2 Russet potatoes cut into small chunks
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup beer
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Season the beef with the salt and pepper. In a large skillet (or your slow cooker if it has a saute option), sear the beef on all sides, then transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add the onion, carrots, potatoes, thyme, beef broth, beer, and tomato paste and stir to mix.
- Cook on high for 6-8 hours.
- Scoop out 1/2 cup of broth and whisk together with cornstarch to make a slurry, then stir the mixture back into the stew. Let cook briefly to thicken, then serve.
