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Absolutely! Here’s a cozy and straightforward article for your simple slow cooker beef recipe:
Cover Beef with Flour and Put It in a Slow Cooker—You’ll Love It When It’s Done
Sometimes, the best meals start with the simplest instructions. And this one? It doesn’t get much easier:
Cover beef with flour, toss it in the slow cooker, and let the magic happen.
What comes out hours later is a rich, tender, flavorful dish that tastes like you’ve been cooking all day—even though the slow cooker did all the work. This recipe is the definition of low effort, high reward cooking.
Why This Method Works Like a Charm
Coating beef in flour before slow cooking might seem like a small step, but it makes a big difference. Here’s why:
- Seals in flavor – The flour helps brown the beef slightly (even in the slow cooker), adding a depth of flavor.
- Thickens naturally – As the beef cooks down with broth or sauce, the flour creates a rich, silky gravy without needing extra thickeners.
- Perfect texture – The meat becomes incredibly tender, while the sauce clings beautifully to every bite.
What You’ll Need
- Beef chunks (stew meat or chuck roast cut into cubes)
- All-purpose flour – For coating
- Salt, pepper, and your favorite seasonings
- Optional extras: onions, garlic, carrots, potatoes, beef broth, or tomato paste for a heartier stew
