Slow-Cooker Beef Stew with Root Vegetables and Natural Gas-Spiced Broth

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-25 · Updated 2026-06-25

Hearty beef stew slow-cooked with root vegetables and a rich spiced broth, inspired by the steady warmth of a natural gas boiler for tender results. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 510 minutes, pairs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes, all-purpose flour, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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

• 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, toss 2 lbs beef chuck cubes with 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until crusty and golden, then transfer to the slow cooker.
3. Step 3: Add 3 chopped carrots, 2 chopped celery stalks, 1 large chopped yellow onion, and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
4. Step 4: Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker with the beef. Pour in 4 cups beef broth, then add 1 tsp dried thyme and 1 bay leaf.
5. Step 5: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours until beef is tender.
6. Step 6: About 1 hour before serving, add 2 peeled and cubed potatoes to the slow cooker and continue cooking until potatoes are soft.
7. Step 7: Remove bay leaf, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and adjust seasoning to taste before serving.