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Easy Dump-and-Go Lazy Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe with Buttery Egg Noodles

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A simple, comforting beef stew made effortlessly in a slow cooker, paired with buttery egg noodles that soak up the rich broth. Perfect for busy days when you want a hearty meal without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • 8 ounces egg noodles
  • 3 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Cut beef chuck roast into 1-inch cubes, trimming excess fat if desired.
  2. Peel and chunk carrots, chop celery stalks, dice onion, and mince garlic.
  3. Place beef, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic into the slow cooker.
  4. Pour in beef broth, then stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Add dried thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; stir gently to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  7. About 20 minutes before stew finishes, boil salted water and cook egg noodles until al dente; drain well.
  8. Toss drained noodles with butter while warm to keep them silky.
  9. Remove bay leaves from stew, stir in frozen peas (if using), and cook for another 5 minutes.
  10. Serve stew spooned over buttery egg noodles or mix noodles into stew.

Notes

If stew broth is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into stew about 30 minutes before serving to thicken. For gluten-free option, substitute egg noodles with gluten-free pasta or spiralized zucchini noodles. Avoid adding noodles too early to prevent mushiness.

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