How to Make Healthier Slow Cooker Beef Stew I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Slow cooker beef stew is a classic comfort food that many people love, but traditional recipes can be high in fat and calories. This healthier slow cooker beef stew recipe offers a nutritious and delicious alternative, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a cozy bowl of stew without the guilt.

This recipe is packed with wholesome ingredients like lean beef, plenty of vegetables, and flavorful spices, making it a hearty and satisfying meal that's also good for you. The best part? It's s...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups reduced-sodium beef broth
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • ¾ pound butternut squash, peeled and cut into small chunks
  • ½ head escarole, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 hrs 20 mins
  • Total Time: 10 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place beef in slow cooker. Mix together flour, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour over meat and stir to coat. Stir in garlic, bay leaf, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, onion, beef broth, potatoes, carrots, celery, and butternut squash.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 10 to 12 hours or on High for 4 to 6 hours. Stir in escarole. Cover and cook until escarole is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    468 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 84mg
    • Sodium: 341mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 42mg
    • Calcium: 111mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1405mg