Description
Slow-cooked Beef Casserole is a heartwarming dish that brings together tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs in a rich, savory broth. This easy-to-make casserole not only fills your home with delightful aromas but also serves as the perfect centerpiece for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With minimal prep and hands-free cooking, it’s the ultimate comfort food that promises to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. Sear in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.
- Chop the carrots, potatoes, onions, and mince the garlic.
- In a slow cooker, layer the seared beef followed by the vegetables and herbs. Add bay leaves.
- Pour enough beef broth to cover all ingredients.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or until beef is tender and flavors meld.
- Remove bay leaves before serving and enjoy with bread or rice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg