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Slow Cooker Mediterranean Beef Stew (Rich & Tender)

This Slow Cooker Mediterranean Beef Stew is an easy, flavor-packed meal with tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich, savory sauce infused with red wine, olives, and herbs. The perfect set-and-forget dinner for any night of the week.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 lbs beef chuck roast cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion chopped
  • 2 large carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot
  • 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes undrained, preferably fire-roasted
  • 2 cups beef broth low-sodium
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker 6-quart or larger
  • 1 Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer (work in batches if necessary) and brown on all sides. Transfer the seared beef to the bowl of a 6-quart or larger slow cooker.
  2. To the same skillet, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour the red wine into the skillet to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 minute. Pour this mixture into the slow cooker.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, dried oregano, and dried rosemary to the slow cooker. Stir everything together until well combined.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and falling apart.
  6. Stir in the halved Kalamata olives and fresh parsley during the last 30 minutes of cooking. To serve, ladle the stew into bowls and top with crumbled feta cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 38gFat: 25gFiber: 4g

Notes

Don't Skip the Sear: Browning the beef creates a deep, rich flavor base for the stew.
Wine Substitute: If you prefer not to use wine, you can substitute with an equal amount of extra beef broth.
Storage: Store leftover stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Keyword beef stew,crockpot recipe,slow cooker

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