Crock Pot Beef Stew: The Ultimate Comfort Food

Alright, folks, buckle up because this Crock Pot Beef Stew is about to take you on a cozy ride to flavor town! It’s got everything you need to survive the coldest of days: beef that practically melts in your mouth, carrots, potatoes, celery, and a sauce so rich you’ll be wondering why you didn’t make this sooner.

Ingredients

2 lbs beef stew meat (because who wants to eat anything else?)

4 carrots, chopped (for that healthy vibe)

4 potatoes, diced (also, potatoes = life)

2 stalks celery, chopped (just enough to make you feel like you’re eating veggies)

1 onion, diced (bring on the tears)

4 cloves garlic, minced (you know you love garlic)

2 cups red wine (yes, you read that right, and no, you can’t just drink it all)

1 cup beef broth (because, well, flavor)

1 tablespoon tomato paste (for that rich, mysterious vibe)

1 teaspoon dried thyme (for that chef’s kiss)

1 teaspoon salt (and yes, it’s necessary)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper (a little kick, without scaring anyone)

1 tablespoon flour (to thicken things up and make it feel fancy)

Instructions

1. Throw it all in the Crock Pot – Yup, that’s right, no need for fancy knife skills here. Just dump everything into the slow cooker, and let it do its magic. If you feel fancy, sauté the beef for a few minutes in a pan, but honestly, we’re here for easy.

2. Add the Red Wine – Pour in the wine like you’re a top chef. Stir it in with all that goodness. (And maybe save a glass for yourself, wink wink.)

3. Set It and Forget It – Set your Crock Pot to low and leave it alone for about 6-8 hours. Go binge-watch your favorite show, take a nap, or even, dare I say, do laundry. Let the stew do the work.

4. Thicken the Sauce – About 30 minutes before serving, mix your flour with a little water to make a slurry (sounds fancy, right?). Stir it into the stew and let it cook until the sauce thickens.

5. Serve and Impress – Ladle that stew into bowls, grab a spoon, and dive in. Don’t forget to pretend you spent hours in the kitchen (we won’t tell anyone).

Enjoy your melt-in-your-mouth, hearty beef stew that’ll make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Plus, it’s the perfect excuse to wear your comfy pants all day