Slow Cooker Hearty Beef Stew

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This is was the first time I made a stew without following a recipe. I added the ingredients I had around the house and it turned out great! I am always a big advocate for adding in as much vegetables as you have available, so feel free to load up! The steak can be swapped out for any desired cut.

Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1/4 of stew

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 pound sirloin steak tips, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
  • 16 oz small red potatoes, unpeeled
  • 1 cup baby carrots (more if desired)
  • 1 large onion – diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth, plus extra as needed
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen peas
  • fresh parsley for serving.

Directions:

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season beef with salt and pepper, to taste. Add beef to the skillet and cook until evenly browned, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Place beef, potatoes, carrots, onion and garlic into slow cooker. Stir in beef broth, soy sauce, tomato paste and thyme. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high heat for 2-4 hours.
  4. Add frozen peas, cover and let stand until peas are heated through.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Information:
Per serving: Calories: 506; Total Fat: 19g;  Cholesterol: 103mg; Sodium: 985mg; Total Carbohydrates: 38g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugars: 10g; Protein: 44g
Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 978mg; Vitamin A: 137%; Vitamin C: 47%; Calcium: 15%; Iron: 31%

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