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    I’m glad you brought up the slow cooker! It really is a go-to for effortless cooking, especially when you want to come home to a warm, delicious meal. One of my favorite recipes to make in a slow cooker is a hearty beef stew. It’s perfect for fall or winter, and the meat turns out so tender after hours of slow cooking.

    Here’s a simple recipe if you’re in the mood to try it out:

    Classic Slow Cooker Beef Stew

    Ingredients:

    2 lbs beef stew meat (chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes)
    4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
    4 large carrots, peeled and sliced
    1 onion, chopped
    3 cloves garlic, minced
    2 cups beef broth
    1 cup red wine (optional)
    2 tbsp tomato paste
    1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
    1 tsp dried thyme
    1 tsp dried rosemary
    1 bay leaf
    Salt and pepper to taste
    2 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)

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    Instructions:

    Prep the Ingredients: Place the beef stew meat, potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic into the slow cooker.

    Add the Liquids and Seasoning: Pour in the beef broth, red wine (if using), tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.

    Cook: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

    Optional Thickening: If you prefer a thicker stew, mix the flour with a small amount of cold water to create a slurry and stir it into the stew about 30 minutes before the end of cooking.

    Serve: Discard the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.
    It’s such a comforting meal with minimal prep. Do you have any go-to slow cooker recipes or a dish you’ve been meaning to try?

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