This hearty Winter Wonderland Stew is the ultimate comfort food for cold evenings. Tender beef, potatoes, and carrots simmer together in a rich broth for a simple meal that’s both satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
2 lbs (900g) beef stew meat, cut into chunks
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 large carrots, sliced
1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
4 cups beef broth
Instructions
Place the beef stew meat in the bottom of your slow cooker.
Add the cubed potatoes and sliced carrots.
Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the ingredients.
Pour the beef broth over everything.
Cover and cook:
Low: 8–10 hours, or
High: 4–5 hours
Once the beef is fork-tender and the vegetables are soft, stir gently and serve hot.
Optional Garnish
Fresh parsley, chopped
Crusty bread on the side
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6–8
Tips
For a thicker stew, mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Add celery or peas if you’d like extra vegetables.
Leftovers taste even better the next day.
Perfect for cozy winter nights, this easy 5-ingredient stew delivers rich flavor with minimal effort. 🍲
Winter Wonderland Stew (5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Recipe)
