For a richer flavor, sear the beef in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. This will add a beautiful depth of flavor to the stew. Feel free to customize the vegetables to your liking. Parsnips, turnips, or even sweet potatoes would be delicious additions. If you don't have beef consomme, you can substitute it with additional beef broth or bouillon cubes dissolved in water. To make this stew even heartier, add a can of drained and rinsed beans, such as kidney beans or cannellini beans, during the last hour of cooking.
Colton Considine
May 15, 2025This stew is absolutely divine! The beef was so tender, and the broth was bursting with flavor. My family devoured it!
Adelbert Beier
Apr 7, 2024I love how easy this recipe is to make. I just throw everything in the slow cooker in the morning, and dinner is ready when I get home from work. It's a lifesaver!
Miguel Flatley
Mar 25, 2024I added a splash of red wine to the stew during the last hour of cooking, and it elevated the flavor to another level. Highly recommend!
Jed Kiehn
Feb 2, 2024I was a bit skeptical about the flour slurry, but it worked like a charm! The stew was perfectly thickened without being gloopy. Thank you for this amazing recipe!