K-BID's Slow-Cooked Beef Stew

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A deeply flavorful stew slow-cooked to perfection, where tender beef and vegetables meld into a rich, savory broth—a true 'auction winner' for cold nights. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 515 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes beef chuck, medium, chopped onion, medium, peeled and sliced carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.6 (11 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 495 min Serves 6 American cuisine 390 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season beef cubes with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown beef in batches for 3 minutes per side until golden; transfer to slow cooker.
  2. Step 2: Add chopped onion to skillet, cook for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Step 3: Transfer onion-tomato mixture to slow cooker with beef, then add carrots, potatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme.
  4. Step 4: Cook on low for 8 hours until beef is fork-tender and vegetables are cooked through.
  5. Step 5: For thicker sauce, mix 2 tbsp flour with 2 tbsp cold water to make a slurry, then stir into stew. Cook on high for 15 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does K-BID's Slow-Cooked Beef Stew take to make?

Total time is about 515 minutes (20 min prep + 495 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover K-BID's Slow-Cooked Beef Stew?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, chopped onion from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in K-BID's Slow-Cooked Beef Stew?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale K-BID's Slow-Cooked Beef Stew for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with K-BID's Slow-Cooked Beef Stew?

American slow cooker like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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