Slow Cooker Beef Stew with Fluffy Golden Dumplings

Warm, comforting, and full of rich, savory flavor, this slow cooker beef stew is topped with fluffy, golden dumplings — a hearty and satisfying dish for any cozy day.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Stew:
2 lbs beef chuck, cut into chunks

2 tbsp olive oil

1 large onion, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

3 large carrots, sliced

2 parsnips, chopped (optional — can substitute with celery)

4 cups beef stock (low-sodium if preferred)

1/4 cup red wine or 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp tomato paste

2 tsp dried thyme

1 tsp dried rosemary

1 bay leaf (optional)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Dumplings:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 cup cold butter, diced

1/2 cup milk

1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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