Crock Pot Apple and Beef Stew

Warm your home with the comforting aroma of this Crock Pot Apple and Beef Stew—a hearty, slow-cooked dish that masterfully blends savory and subtly sweet flavors. Tender chunks of seared beef marry beautifully with nutrient-packed carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and the unexpected sweetness of diced apples, infused with aromatic thyme and garlic. A rich broth of beef stock, tomato paste, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce ties everything together, creating a velvety, flavorful stew perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. This easy-to-make recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep before the Crock Pot takes over, delivering melt-in-your-mouth results after 8 hours of slow cooking. Serve it steaming hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, and watch as this delicious one-pot meal becomes everyone’s cold-weather favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds stew beef
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
• 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the stew beef with 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Lightly coat the beef with 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the beef to the Crock Pot.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced yellow onion, chopped carrots, and chopped parsnips. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened, then add to the Crock Pot.

Step 4

Add the diced apples, minced garlic, chopped potatoes, and bay leaves to the Crock Pot.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour the mixture over the ingredients in the Crock Pot.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme over the top. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Set the Crock Pot to low heat and cook for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the bay leaves and give the stew a final stir. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3696.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3757.3

Total Fat 215.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 725.7mg	0%
Sodium 9230.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 284.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.0g	0%
Total Sugars 86.4g
Protein 198.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 474.1mg	0%
Iron 35.4mg	0%
Potassium 8470.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.1%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 29.4%