Description

Witches Brew Stew is a hearty and flavorful crockpot meal with tender meat, vegetables, and savory spices, perfect for a cozy Halloween dinner or anytime you want a comforting meal.

Ingredients

1½ lbs (680g) stew meat, cubed

4 cups (950ml) broth (chicken or vegetable)

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

2 cups baby carrots, halved if large

3 medium potatoes, diced

2 ribs celery, sliced

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 (6 oz / 170g) can tomato paste

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

½ teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

2 tablespoons water (for slurry if using cornstarch)

Optional: pinch red pepper flakes or dash of balsamic vinegar

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Instructions

Prep the Ingredients: Chop potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and mince garlic. Cut the stew meat into bite-sized cubes.
Layer the Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Place cubed meat in the slow cooker, then add the chopped vegetables, garlic, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper on top.
Add Broth and Worcestershire Sauce: Pour in broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring gently to combine.
Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or on HIGH for 4–5 hours until the meat is tender and vegetables are soft.
Thicken the Stew (Optional): Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking for a thicker broth.
Adjust the Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or herbs as needed.
Let the Stew Rest: Allow the stew to rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Serve: Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a swirl of cream if desired.

Notes

Vegetarian Version: Use mushrooms or beans instead of meat, and vegetable broth for a vegetarian stew.

Extra Heat: Add red pepper flakes or balsamic vinegar for an extra spicy twist.

Sear the Meat: For deeper flavor, sear the stew meat before adding it to the slow cooker.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 280
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 60mg