Beef, Parsnip, Celery Stew

Slow Cooker Beef Stew is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for colder days or when you want a nourishing meal that is easy to prepare. The beef stew starts with tender and flavorful cubed beef meat. Choose a cut of beef suitable for slow cooking, such as stew meat or chuck roast, which will become tender and develop rich flavors as it cooks. The beef is the main protein source in the stew, providing a hearty and satisfying element. Chopped onions, carrots, and parsnips are added to the slow cooker, providing a medley of vegetables that add sweetness and earthiness to the dish. These vegetables also contribute to the overall texture and provide essential nutrients. The vegetables are evenly distributed throughout the stew, ensuring every spoonful is filled with their flavors.

Serves: 8

ALLERGIES:

• SF (Shellfish)
• GF (Gluten)
• DF (Dairy)
• EF (Egg)
• NF (Nuts)

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 1/2 pounds cubed beef meat
• 2 chopped onions
• 6 chopped carrots
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 sprig dried thyme
• 2 chopped parsnips
• 2 tablespoons brown rice
• 4 cups beef stock
• Salt (to taste)
• Ground black pepper (to taste)
• 1 bouquet garni (thyme, parsley, and bay leaf)
• 1 bunch chopped parsley
• 1 bunch chives

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Place the cubed beef meat, chopped onions, chopped carrots, chopped parsnips, and brown rice in the slow cooker.
2. Add the coconut oil to the slow cooker.
3. Place the sprig of dried thyme and bouquet garni (thyme, parsley, and bay leaf) in the slow cooker.
4. Pour the beef stock into the slow cooker, ensuring that all ingredients are submerged.
5. Season with salt and ground black pepper according to your taste preferences.
6. Gently stir the ingredients in the slow cooker to combine them.
7. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low heat.
8. Allow the beef stew to cook for approximately 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together and the beef to become tender.
9. Once the cooking time is complete, carefully remove the lid and give the stew a gentle stir.
10. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
11. Sprinkle the chopped parsley and chives over the stew, reserving some for garnish.
12. Serve the beef stew hot, ensuring each serving has a generous portion of tender beef, flavorful vegetables, and aromatic herbs.

Serve the slow cooker beef stew hot, ensuring each serving has a generous portion of tender beef, flavorful vegetables, and aromatic herbs. It pairs well with crusty bread, which can be used to soak up the savory broth, or can be served over mashed potatoes or rice for a more substantial meal.

Enjoy this delicious and comforting Slow Cooker Beef Stew, savoring the rich flavors, tender beef, and hearty vegetables that make it a satisfying and nourishing dish for any occasion.