Beef stew no wine in a crock pot

This hearty gluten-free beef stew no wine in a crock pot comes together so easily in the crock pot. With tender chunks of beef, vegetables, and potatoes all slowly simmered in a rich brown gravy. 

Nothing says fall or winter to me like a fresh bowl of delicious beef stew. With tender cuts of meat and an array of root vegetables, it’s the perfect Sunday family dinner. One of the best parts is it only requires minimal prep, and nearly no cooking time for you, as the slow cooker will do all the work for you. 

Crock pot beef stew is so perfect because it’s a set-it-and-forget-it kind of meal. I find these to be perfect for a busy weekday or even on a Sunday when I want a nice dinner but have lots on my plate. It’s also very versatile as you can choose to use different vegetables if you would like. 

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Ingredients

• Beef: the best beef for crockpot beef stew is chuck roast or chuck steak. Many times you can find this in the meat department at your grocery store labeled as beef for beef stew. Chuck is a flavor cut of beef from the shoulder and front end of the cow. While I do always try to find this pre-cut, sometimes you will have to cut into cubes yourself. Chuck is perfect for a gluten-free beef stew because when cooked low and slow, the meat will become fork-tender and full of flavor.
• Broth: for this crockpot, beef stew I am using beef broth, however, if you don’t have beef broth, you can use vegetable broth or chicken broth.
• Vegetables: This gluten-free beef stew, recipe, use carrots, celery, zucchini, corn, and potatoes. However, feel free to get creative with your choice of vegetables.
• Gluten-free flour: to keep this beef stew gluten-free we are using a gluten-free 1:1 flour like this one.
• If gluten is not an issue in your household any flour will work. 
• Corn starch: Cornstarch is used in this crockpot beef stew recipe to create a slurry and thicken a sauce.
• Spices.

Instructions

• Begin by prepping all of your vegetables. Combine all seasonings into a small bowl and mix well. 
• Then, place the beef into a medium size bowl and coat well with ½ of the seasoning mixture and the 2 tablespoons of flour. 
• Next, heat olive oil in a skillet on medium-high. Once hot, add your coated beef. Allow the beef to sauté until slightly brown for 2 minutes per side. 
• Then, remove the beef, set aside, and add the onion to the pan. Coat onions with the remaining seasoning mixture. Stir well. Sauté onions for 2 minutes. 
• At the bottom of the slow cooker, add the beef and the onion/juices from the frying pan. 
• Begin adding all remaining ingredients to crockpot: broth, vegetable paste, Worcestershire sauce, celery, carrots, potatoes, everything except for corn starch slurry and zucchini. Add zucchini 30 minutes before finishing. 
• Cover with lid, cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-7 hours. 
• Once the beef stew is done cooking, mix together cornstarch and water. Stir into your stew a small amount at a time until the sauce is the consistency you like. It’s ok if you don’t use all of the slurry. Allow to simmer for 10 minutes. 

Equipment

Crockpot: Use a good quality crock pot for slow cooking. 

Top tips

• Any type of potato can be used. I do prefer to use red or gold, but all will work here, even sweet potatoes. 
• Make certain not to overcrowd the pan when browning the beef, as the beef will steam instead of browning. 

FAQ

Is this beef stew dairy free?

Yes, this crock pot beef stew recipe is both gluten-free and dairy free. 

How do I store leftovers? 

Place any leftover beef stew into an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a covered saucepan on low. 

What to serve with stew?

You can serve this beef stew over mashed potatoes, rice, cauliflower rice, pasta, with cornbread, or simply just enjoy a bowl as is! 

Can you freeze beef stew?

Crock pot beef stew is perfect for freezing and enjoying later. Store in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

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