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I would say this is the perfect cozy fall or winter meal, and it is! But after making this pot roast\/ beef stew recipe for years upon years, it’s really a great meal all year long for the busy mom, for hosting a crowd, or for anyone craving something hearty and delicious. It’s a great meal to bring to a new mom or a friend in need of comfort. Heck, the leftovers even freeze well. What I’m saying is, this is one of those meals that is a solid win and needs to be printed in your kitchen recipe notebook or at the very least, pinned or bookmarked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slow Cooker Pot Roast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With hearty chunks of potatoes, tender carrots, savory onions, and meat that falls apart with a fork, this will quickly become one of your go-to comfort foods.<\/p>\n\n\n

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When I get busy, I try to keep it simple by getting out the slow cooker. I use my multi-function Instant Dutch Oven<\/a> as a slow cooker, which makes browning the meat a streamlines process, but it’s not required for this recipe. Crockpots are great for all seasons, perfect for putting together healthy, delicious and filling <\/em>meals that don’t require me to spend a lot of time in the kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you seen my epic list of healthy, kid-approved crockpot meals? <\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It truly does not get any easier than this simple and delicious slow cooker beef stew. It’s hearty and wholesome; a meal that the whole family enjoys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beef Stew Crock Pot Ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Meat<\/strong>. You can make this two ways: One, using a traditional chuck roast. For that method, let it cook all day and shred it about 30 minutes before serving. However, the second method has quickly become our family’s favorite. It’s more of a beef stew take on the recipe because I cut the meat into cubes (or you can purchase beef stew meat which is already cubed) prior to adding it to the slow cooker which creates bite sized, super tender meat- perfect for kids. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Potatoes<\/strong>. I prefer using Yukon gold potatoes, but you can swap them for little red potatoes or even russet potatoes cut into large chunks. I don’t recommend sweet potatoes for this recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carrots<\/strong>. I add extra when I make this dish because my youngest loves them, so adjust as needed. If you prefer your carrots less tender, wait and add those about half way through the cooking time instead of at the beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Onions<\/strong>. Quartered for big, flavorful slices. Add more or less depending on your preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spice Packet<\/strong>. This makes prep fast and easy. I prefer using the Simply Organic Brown Gravy Packet<\/a> because of it’s simple and clean ingredient list and delicious, deep flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cream of Mushroom Soup<\/strong>. I like to use Pacific Foods’ Organic Cream of Mushroom<\/a> soup because of their simple ingredient lists. However, I’ve also had success using cream of chicken soup, too.<\/p>\n\n\n

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A couple notes to read through and consider before you get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n