Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Beef Stew

 Instructions

1. Prep the slow cooker
   Place diced onions at the bottom. Add beef cubes (and potatoes/carrots if using).

2. Make the sauce
   In a bowl, whisk together broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire, olive oil, garlic, herbs, paprika, salt, pepper, and brown sugar.

3. Pour & cook
   Pour sauce evenly over beef.

   • Cook on LOW for 7–8 hours

   • Or HIGH for 4–5 hours

4. Thicken (optional)
   Mix cornstarch with cold water. Stir into slow cooker during the last 30 minutes. Cover and let thicken.

5. Serve
   Great over mashed potatoes, rice, or with crusty bread.