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Toss beef cubes with flour, salt, and pepper. Sear in hot oil in batches until browned on all sides.
Add seared beef and all vegetables to slow cooker.
Whisk together broth, wine, tomato paste, thyme, and Worcestershire. Pour over beef and vegetables.
Add bay leaves. Cook on LOW 7-8 hours or HIGH 4-5 hours until beef is fork-tender.
Remove bay leaves. Season to taste and serve with crusty bread.
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Each serving of Slow Cooker Beef Stew delivers 36g of protein at 380 calories โ that's 11 calories per gram of protein, making it one of the more efficient protein sources on this site. Protein accounts for roughly 38% of total calories in this dish. The 30g of carbohydrates per serving provide energy for training, making this a well-rounded meal both pre- and post-workout. The 14g of fat primarily comes from the cooking method and protein source itself, keeping the overall calorie density low. At 5g of dietary fiber per serving, this recipe also supports gut health and helps sustain fullness between meals.
Slow Cooker Beef Stew is a straightforward recipe that scales well for meal prep. This recipe makes 6 servings, each delivering 36g of protein and 380 calories โ ideal for tracking macros across the week. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave in 90-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through. Adding a small splash of water or broth prevents the protein from drying out during reheating. Slow Cooker Beef Stew also freezes well โ portion into individual freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Batch cooking a double or triple portion on the weekend means you have 36g-protein meals ready throughout the week with zero daily effort.
Slow Cooker Beef Stew keeps well for 4-5 days refrigerated. The flavors actually improve overnight as the spices meld together. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
Use gluten-free alternatives for the bread/pasta/tortilla component. The protein and sauce parts are naturally gluten-free. Check all packaged sauces for hidden gluten.
The pan must be hot before the protein goes in โ add oil and wait until it shimmers. Pat the protein completely dry first (moisture prevents browning). Don't crowd the pan; cook in batches with space between each piece.
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BoBo ChefFitness enthusiast and home cook. Every recipe is tested in a real kitchen and macro-verified before publishing.