How to Make It
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
Cut the beef into large chunks if not pre-cut. Chop potatoes into bite-sized pieces, slice the carrots, and dice the onion.
Step 2: Layer in the Slow Cooker
Place the beef at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the potatoes, carrots, and onion on top. Pour beef broth over everything until just covered.
Step 3: Set It and Forget It
Cook on LOW for 7–8 hours
orCook on HIGH for 4–5 hours
The stew is ready when the beef is tender and easily breaks apart with a fork.
Step 4: Taste and Adjust
Season with salt and pepper if needed. If you prefer a thicker stew, mash a few potato pieces directly into the broth and stir.
What Makes It Special
No browning required – Truly dump-and-go convenience.
Naturally thickened by slow-cooked potatoes.
Budget-friendly and perfect for feeding a crowd.
Freezer-friendly for easy meal prep.
Easy Variations
While the five ingredients create a delicious base, you can personalize it:
Add garlic for extra depth.
Stir in frozen peas during the last 30 minutes.
Sprinkle in dried thyme or rosemary for a rustic touch.
Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for bold flavor.
Serving Ideas
Serve your beef stew:
With crusty bread to soak up every drop
Over rice or mashed potatoes
Alongside a simple green salad
Topped with fresh parsley for brightness
A Bowl of Pure Comfort
This Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Beef Stew proves that simple cooking can still be deeply satisfying. It’s warm, hearty, and filled with tender bites of beef and vegetables that feel like home in every spoonful.
When life gets busy, this is the kind of recipe that quietly works in the background—filling your kitchen with rich aroma and delivering a comforting meal with almost no effort.
Sometimes, less truly is more.
