Slow Cooker Beef Stew
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Prep Time
10 MINS
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Cook Time
7 HR
- KCals 513
- Carbs 20G
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 kg stewing steak all fat removed and diced
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 large courgette chopped
- 4 large potatoes chopped into chunks
- 4 large carrots chopped
- 2 beef stock cubes made up with 400ml boiling water
- low calorie cooking spray
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 small swede chopped
- 1 large leek chopped
- 1 stick celery chopped
Instructions
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Spray a large frying pan with some low calorie cooking spray. Add the onions and cook on a moderate heat until they start to soften.
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Add the beef and cook until all sides are browned. If your slow cooker has a saute function then you can use this.
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Add all the remaining ingredients to the slow cooker, along with the onions and beef. Stir well.
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Replace the lid and cook on medium for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours.
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The meat should be tender and the potato should have started to thicken the stew slightly.
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Pick out the bay leaf and serve.