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Slow Cooker Beef Stew and Dumplings

Slow Cooker Beef Stew and Dumplings

This Slow Cooker Beef Stew and Dumplings is a hearty meal full of flavor and perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients
  

Beef Stew Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 medium carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Dumpling Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Preparation Instructions

  • Prepare Ingredients: Chop the beef, carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic. Set aside.
  • Brown the Beef (Optional): In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the beef cubes on all sides for added flavor.
  • Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add the browned beef, carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic. Pour in the beef broth.
  • Season the Stew: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  • Set the Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until the beef is tender.
  • Make the Dumplings: In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix milk and melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  • Add Dumplings: When the stew is nearly done, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter onto the surface of the stew. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, until the dumplings are cooked through.
  • Add Peas: Stir in the frozen peas in the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  • Serve: Remove the bay leaf and garnish the stew with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This step-by-step guide will help you create a delicious and satisfying meal that your entire family will love!

Nutrition

Serving: 6servingsCalories: 450kcalProtein: 30gFat: 20g
Keyword beef stew, Comfort Food, dumplings, family recipe, hearty meal, Slow Cooker Beef Stew
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