After a long day tending to the land, few things are more comforting than this crock pot beef stew. It’s chunky, hearty, and so satisfying after a day of hard work! Throw the beef stew recipe together in the morning before beginning your day, and the stew will be waiting for you when you get home.

I can’t recommend enough that you should brown your meat first. Browning the meat does magical things and will make a huge impact on the final taste and texture. I have tried quite a few beef stew recipes in my day and while they are all pretty good, this is the recipe that I go back to again and again. I think it’s the addition of red wine! I always use a wine that I wouldn’t mind drinking a glass of.