Tossing all the ingredients into a slow cooker makes this Italian-inspired beef stew virtually a hands-off meal.
The long simmer time is the secret to the beef’s fork-tender texture and rich-tasting tomato-based gravy.
or larger slow cooker.
Photo: Jacob Fox
Cover and cook on Low until the beef is tender, about 8 hours.
Remove and discard the herb bundle, if using.
Whisk together cornstarch and the remaining 14 cup broth in a small bowl; stir into the stew.
Stir in spinach by the handful; cook until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
Equipment
6-qt.
Chop carrots, celery, garlic, and onion up to 1 day ahead.
Refrigerate stew for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 4 months.
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