Slow Cooker Tomato Beef Stew

This easy tomato beef stew is a no-fuss comfort meal—just a few ingredients, rich flavor, and perfectly tender beef every time.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 7–8 hours (LOW) or 4–5 hours (HIGH)
• Total Time: Up to 8 hours
• Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef stew meat (cut into chunks)
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Optional:

• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

1. Add Ingredients
   Place the beef chunks into the slow cooker.
   Add diced onion and minced garlic.
2. Add Tomatoes
   Pour the crushed tomatoes over everything.
3. Cook
   Cover and cook:
   • LOW: 7–8 hours
   • HIGH: 4–5 hours
   Until the beef is tender and full of flavor.
4. Serve
   Stir gently and serve hot with plenty of sauce.

Serving Ideas

• Crusty bread 🥖
• Over rice 🍚
• With pasta 🍝
• Roasted vegetables 🥕

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store up to 4 days
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months