Jul 09 2026
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Beef Stew Recipe

Inspired by Swahili Village Newark
Time8h
Serves6

Slow-cooked beef with vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Meat

Vegetables

Liquids

Seasonings

Thickening

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    Cut the beef chuck roast into 1-inch cubes. Season the beef with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Peel and chop the carrots, potatoes, and onions. Dice the celery and mince the garlic.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sear the Beef

    In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes in batches and sear until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer the beef to a slow cooker.

  2. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In the slow cooker with the beef, add the chopped carrots, potatoes, onions, celery, and garlic. Pour in the beef broth and red wine. Add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 5

    Cook the Stew

    Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

  4. 6

    Thicken the Stew

    In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking, stirring well to thicken.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Stew

    Once cooked, remove bay leaves and serve the beef stew hot in bowls. Enjoy with crusty bread if desired.

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