For richer flavor, sear the beef in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. If you don't have time to soak the vegetables overnight, you can skip this step, but soaking helps prevent the potatoes from discoloring. Adjust the amount of jalapeno pepper to your spice preference. For a milder flavor, remove the seeds and membranes before slicing. Serve with crusty bread for soaking up the delicious broth.
Prep-Ahead Slow Cooker Beef Stew
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME7 hrs
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TOTAL TIME15 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING5 People
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VIEWS179
Imagine coming home to a hearty, flavorful beef stew, with tender beef and perfectly cooked vegetables. This recipe minimizes day-of prep by doing all the chopping and seasoning the night before, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate52 g
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Cholesterol122 mg
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Fiber8 g
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Protein39 g
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Saturated Fat14 g
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Sodium466 mg
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Sugar10 g
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Fat36 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View The Night Before: Prepare the Vegetables (15 minutes). Chop the potatoes, carrots, and onion. Place all the vegetables in a large plastic container filled with water. Ensure the vegetables are fully submerged to prevent browning. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.
02 Step
Recipe View The Night Before: Marinate the Beef (5 minutes). In a plastic storage bag, combine the stew meat, Worcestershire sauce, and no-salt herb seasoning. Seal the bag, massage the marinade into the meat, and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.
03 Step
Recipe View Morning: Assemble the Stew (10 minutes). Drain the vegetables thoroughly. Place the marinated beef in the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour the drained vegetables over the beef. Add the stewed tomatoes and tomato juice. If desired, add the sliced jalapeno peppers for a spicy kick.
04 Step
Recipe View Cook (6-9 hours). Turn the slow cooker on high for 1 hour to jumpstart the cooking process. Then, reduce the heat to low and cook for 6-8 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
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Meghan Walsh
May 8, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver on busy days!
Valerie Abbott
Sep 23, 2024I added a bay leaf and some red wine for extra depth of flavor.
Demond Jacobi
Mar 30, 2024My family loved it, even my picky eaters!
Manley Raynor
Nov 6, 2023The overnight prep makes all the difference. So easy!