A family favorite, ready when you return home.

As a bonus, this flour mixture also serves to thicken the stew as it cooks.

Learn how to make slow-cooker beef stew for a new family weeknight favorite.

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Thaw overnight if frozen before reheating on the stovetop or in the microwave until hot throughout.

Adjust the consistency with broth or water if needed before serving.

Dollop with sour cream for a creamy and tangy addition.

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OneSouthern Livingcommunity member said, “Excellent!

Ive made this several times and omitted the butter.

Ive added celery and green peas at times.

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Another commented, “I saved this beef stew recipe because I will definitely be making it again.

I cooked on low for 8 hours and the beef was very tender and the stew was flavorful.

It was delicious with fresh cheddar biscuits.”

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(about 3 medium)Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-in.

pieces (5 cups)

1large(12 oz.

)yellow onion, coarsely chopped (3 cups)

4medium(4 oz.

parsley and butter in slow cooker

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each)carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-in.-thick rounds (3 cups)

1medium(7 oz.

)turnip, peeled and cut into 1/2-in.

Cover and cook on LOW until beef is very tender, 6 to 8 hours.

Finish with butter and parsley:

Season to taste with salt.

Stir in butter and parsley until butter is melted.

This stew can be prepared and refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Thaw overnight if frozen before reheating.