Slow Cooked Beef Dinner (Printer-Friendly)
Tender beef slow-simmered in a rich sauce for deep, comforting flavors and effortless preparation.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef
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2 pounds beef chuck roast or stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Sauce
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1 cup beef broth
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Vegetables
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1 cup baby potatoes, halved
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1 cup carrots, cut into chunks
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1 cup mushrooms, halved
# Steps to Follow:
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Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. Season thoroughly with salt and black pepper on all sides to enhance flavor and texture.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef pieces in batches until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side, then transfer to the slow cooker.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, tomato paste, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Arrange the beef evenly in the slow cooker in a single layer. Pour the prepared sauce over the meat ensuring thorough coverage. Add optional vegetables around the meat if desired.
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Cover and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and flavors are fully developed.
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In the final 30 minutes, taste the sauce and modify seasoning as needed. For a thicker consistency, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into the slow cooker; cook an additional 15 minutes.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Uniformly cut beef ensures even cooking, and optional browning develops deeper flavor.