The Ultimate 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Beef Stew
When the day is long and your energy is short, this is the meal that saves the dinner table. It’s a humble, savory classic that relies on a few pantry staples to create a rich, velvety gravy and melt-in-your-mouth beef. There’s no browning required and no complicated prep—just simple ingredients working together in the slow cooker.
What You’ll Need
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2 lbs Beef Stew Meat: Look for well-marbled chuck roast pieces for the best results.
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2 cans (10.75 oz each) Condensed Tomato Soup: This provides the savory, slightly sweet base for your sauce.
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1 large White Onion: Roughly chopped to provide a foundational aromatic flavor.
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3 large Carrots: Peeled and sliced into thick rounds to hold up during the long cook time.
(Optional: Feel free to add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of dried thyme if you want to dial up the herbal notes!)
