Name: Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1.5 pounds beef stew meat; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped; 4 large carrots, peeled and chopped; 3 celery stalks, chopped; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 4 cups beef broth; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder (or cornstarch); 2 tablespoons water (for slurry); Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Description

This Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Beef Stew is a hearty and healthy dish made with tender beef, sweet potatoes, and flavorful herbs. It’s perfect for a comforting dinner and ideal for meal prep.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1.5 pounds beef stew meat
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
4 large carrots, peeled and chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon paprika
4 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons arrowroot powder (or cornstarch)
2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until browned. Transfer to the slow cooker.
Add the onion, garlic, sweet potatoes, carrots, and celery to the slow cooker.
Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and paprika. Pour in the beef broth and balsamic vinegar, then stir to combine.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until beef is tender and vegetables are soft.
In a small bowl, mix arrowroot powder with water to create a slurry. Stir it into the stew and cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes to thicken.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

This stew can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
To make it Paleo or Whole30 compliant, use arrowroot powder instead of cornstarch and make sure your broth is compliant.
For extra flavor, deglaze the pan with a bit of beef broth after browning the meat and add that liquid to the slow cooker.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 336
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 693mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 84mg