Maple-Glazed Beef & Root Vegetable Stew
A hearty, sweet-and-savory stew with tender beef and root vegetables in a rich maple tomato sauce, perfect for picky eaters. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 505 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes beef chuck, all-purpose flour, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes beef chuck
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes carrots
- 1 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes parsnips
- 1 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and pepper; coat beef cubes evenly with the mixture.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear beef in batches for 3 minutes per side until browned, then transfer to slow cooker.
- Step 3: Add carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, onion, and garlic to slow cooker; pour in beef broth, maple syrup, tomato paste, and thyme.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours until beef is fork-tender and vegetables are soft.
- Step 5: Stir gently and check for thickness; if too thin, cook uncovered for 30 minutes on HIGH to reduce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Beef & Root Vegetable Stew take to make?
Total time is about 505 minutes (25 min prep + 480 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 Maple-Glazed Beef & Root Vegetable 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 all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Beef & Root Vegetable 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 Maple-Glazed Beef & Root Vegetable 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 Maple-Glazed Beef & Root Vegetable 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 480-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
