Slow-Cooker Caramelized Onion Beef Stew

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
63%
Slow-Cooker Caramelized Onion Beef Stew
530 min.
6
278kcal

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Welcome to a culinary delight that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds: Slow-Cooker Caramelized Onion Beef Stew! This dish is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings together the rich flavors of caramelized onions and tender beef, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. Imagine coming home after a long day to the inviting aroma of this hearty stew wafting through your kitchen, promising comfort and nourishment.

What makes this recipe truly special is its health-conscious approach. With a health score of 63, it's gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a guilt-free indulgence for lunch or dinner. Each serving contains only 278 calories, allowing you to enjoy a satisfying meal without compromising your dietary goals.

The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a dish that is both savory and slightly sweet, thanks to the caramelized onions. The addition of fresh thyme, vibrant carrots, and parsnips adds depth and color, while the sweet peas provide a delightful pop of freshness. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this stew is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So grab your slow cooker and let’s get started on this delicious journey!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • cups onion sweet halved thinly sliced ()
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • teaspoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  • 1.5 lb stew meat 
  • cup beef broth flavored (from 32-oz carton)
  • 0.9 oz gravy 
  • cups baby carrots 
  • cup parsnips 
  • 0.5 cup peas sweet frozen
  • serving frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Place Reynolds™ Slow Cooker Liners inside a 5- to 6 1/2 -qt slow cooker bowl. Make sure that liner fits snugly against the bottom and sides of bowl and pull the top of the liner over rim of bowl.
  2. In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Cook onions and sugar in butter 30 to 35 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions are deep golden brown and caramelized. Stir in thyme and stew meat; place in slow cooker.
  3. In medium bowl, mix broth and gravy mix; pour over meat mixture in slow cooker. Top with carrots and parsnips. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until beef and vegetables are tender.
  4. Stir in peas. Cover; cook 10 to 15 minutes longer or until hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories278kcal
Protein40.38%
Fat32%
Carbs27.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.24
Glycemic Load
2.94
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.76347823765%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.09mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.31mg
Kaempferol
1.22mg
Myricetin
1.22mg
Quercetin
15.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:278.12kcal
13.91%
Fat:9.81g
15.09%
Saturated Fat:2.82g
17.61%
Carbohydrates:19.05g
6.35%
Net Carbohydrates:14.99g
5.45%
Sugar:10.53g
11.71%
Cholesterol:70.64mg
23.55%
Sodium:319.84mg
13.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.85g
55.7%
Vitamin A:6175.84IU
123.52%
Vitamin B6:0.97mg
48.55%
Selenium:33.23µg
47.48%
Vitamin B3:8.77mg
43.87%
Vitamin B12:2.13µg
35.51%
Zinc:5.22mg
34.81%
Phosphorus:320.32mg
32.03%
Potassium:755mg
21.57%
Iron:3.49mg
19.37%
Vitamin C:15.91mg
19.28%
Folate:74.65µg
18.66%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.53%
Fiber:4.07g
16.26%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.22%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.38%
Magnesium:53.5mg
13.38%
Copper:0.27mg
13.26%
Vitamin K:13.68µg
13.02%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.3%
Calcium:74.05mg
7.4%
Vitamin E:0.85mg
5.68%