Beef & Mushroom Stew

Servings: 5–6 | Calories: ~480 per serving | Estimated Cost: ~$10–$12 total

This easy crockpot beef and mushroom stew is a deeply comforting meal that is made with simple whole ingredients. Slow-cooked beef becomes fall-apart tender in a savory broth with mushrooms and vegetables—no seed oils, no thickeners, just classic comfort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Classic comfort food
• Rich, savory flavor without heaviness
• Clean, whole ingredients
• High-protein and filling
• Perfect cold-weather meal

Ingredients

• 2½ lbs beef chuck, cut into chunks
• 2½ cups beef broth
• 12 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

• Add beef and beef broth to the crockpot.
• Add mushrooms, carrots, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme.
• Cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours.
• Stir gently once beef is tender.
• Stir in apple cider vinegar.
• Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Clean Ingredient Notes

• Use broth with no added oils or sugars.
• Mushrooms naturally deepen flavor.
• Vinegar enhances richness without thickeners.

Substitutions & Variations

• Add parsnips or turnips for variety.
• Swap thyme for rosemary.
• Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread if desired.

Storage Instructions

• Refrigerate up to 4 days.
• Reheat gently on stovetop or microwave.
• Freezes well up to 3 months.