Name: Slow Cooker Summer Beef: 4 Savory Secrets
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: PT-497164H14M
Total time: PT-4H40M
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into chunks; 3 cups baby potatoes, halved; 2 cups carrots, sliced; 1 large zucchini, sliced; 1 yellow squash, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups low-sodium beef broth; 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp dried rosemary; 2 bay leaves; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 tbsp olive oil; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

This Slow Cooker Summer Beef Stew combines the comforting richness of beef stew with the bright flavors of summer produce. Tender beef, baby potatoes, carrots, zucchini, yellow squash, and bell peppers simmer in a savory, herb-infused broth, all prepared conveniently in your slow cooker. It’s a hearty yet refreshing meal perfect for warm weather.

Ingredients

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2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into chunks
3 cups baby potatoes, halved
2 cups carrots, sliced
1 large zucchini, sliced
1 yellow squash, sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown beef stew meat on all sides, about 5–7 minutes.
Transfer beef to a slow cooker.
Add potatoes, carrots, zucchini, yellow squash, bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
Pour in beef broth, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or on high for 4–5 hours, until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
Discard bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, reduce the potato quantity or replace some with cauliflower.
Leaner cuts of beef can be used to reduce fat content.
This stew can be made ahead and reheats well.
Consider adding corn or green beans for extra vegetables.
For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4-8 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
Calories: 310 kcal
Sugar: N/A
Sodium: N/A
Fat: N/A
Saturated Fat: N/A
Unsaturated Fat: N/A
Trans Fat: N/A
Carbohydrates: N/A
Fiber: N/A
Protein: N/A
Cholesterol: N/A