Easy Delicious Family Slow Cooker Meal: Beef and Vegetabl...

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 4 medium carrots, sliced
• 3 medium potatoes, diced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional for thickening)
• 1/4 cup water (optional for thickening)

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the beef cubes on all sides, seasoning with salt and pepper as they cook.
2. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker and add the chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, diced potatoes, and green beans.
3. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, then sprinkle the dried thyme and rosemary over the top.
4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the beef to become tender.
5. If you prefer a thicker stew, mix the cornstarch with water in a small bowl to create a slurry, then stir it into the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
6. Once the cooking time is complete, taste the stew and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed, then serve hot.