Slow-Cooked Organic Beef Stew with Root Vegetables
A hearty stew of organic beef chuck, carrots, and potatoes, simmered to perfection in a rich, flavorful broth with aromatic herbs. This french-inspired slow cooker ready in about 500 minutes pairs organic beef chuck, organic all-purpose flour, organic olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 organic beef chuck
- 2 tbsp organic all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp organic olive oil
- 1 medium organic onion
- 2 medium organic carrots
- 2 medium organic potatoes
- 3 cups organic beef broth
- 1 cup organic tomato sauce
- 1 tsp organic dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat the 1.5 lbs organic beef chuck cubes dry, then toss with 2 tbsp organic all-purpose flour to coat evenly.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp organic olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the floured beef in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden, then set aside.
- Step 3: Add the 1 medium organic onion, chopped, to the Dutch oven and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
- Step 4: Return the beef to the pot, then add 3 cups organic beef broth, 1 cup organic tomato sauce, 1 tsp organic dried thyme, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Bring to a simmer, then transfer to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 7-8 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Step 6: About 30 minutes before serving, add the 2 medium organic carrots, chopped, and 2 medium organic potatoes, cubed, then cook until vegetables are tender.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Organic Beef Stew with Root Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 500 minutes (20 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 Slow-Cooked Organic Beef Stew with Root Vegetables?
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 organic beef chuck from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Organic Beef Stew with Root Vegetables?
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 Slow-Cooked Organic Beef Stew with Root Vegetables 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 Slow-Cooked Organic Beef Stew with Root Vegetables?
French 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
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
