Crock Pot Mississippi Beef Stew

This Crock Pot Mississippi Beef Stew is a hearty and flavorful recipe, which uses stew beef and pepperoncini peppers. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 8 hours and 15 minutes.

Crock Pot Mississippi Beef Stew Ingredients

• 1 ½ lb stew beef
• 1 ½ lb baby potatoes, halved
• 1 lb carrots, sliced
• 1 yellow or white onion, diced
• 6 pepperoncini peppers
• 1 envelope ranch seasoning
• 2 envelopes brown gravy mix (0.87oz)
• 1 cup water
• ½ cup salted butter
• Parsley for garnish

How To Make Crock Pot Mississippi Beef Stew

1. Add main ingredients to slow cooker: Place stew beef, halved baby potatoes, sliced carrots, diced onion, and pepperoncini peppers into the crock pot.
2. Mix seasonings and water: In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch seasoning and one packet of brown gravy mix with 1 cup of water. Pour this mixture into the slow cooker and stir everything to combine.
3. Add butter: Place the salted butter directly on top of the mixture in the crock pot.
4. Cook the stew: Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours, until the meat and vegetables are tender.
5. Thicken the gravy: Once cooked, stir in the second packet of brown gravy mix to thicken the stew.
6. Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use frozen stew beef?
  Yes, but it’s best to thaw it first for even cooking and better texture.
• What kind of potatoes work best?
  Baby potatoes hold their shape well during slow cooking and are ideal for stews.
• Can I make this without pepperoncini peppers?
  You can leave them out, but they add a signature tangy flavor that defines Mississippi-style dishes.
• How to make it spicier:
  Add a few extra pepperoncini or a dash of crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
• How to thicken the stew more:
  Mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water and stir it in near the end of cooking.

What To Serve With Mississippi Beef Stew

This stew is rich and savory, making it perfect with simple sides like:

• Mashed potatoes
• Egg noodles
• Steamed rice
• Crusty bread
• Roasted green beans

How To Store Mississippi Beef Stew

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Freeze: Cool completely, then freeze in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Mississippi Beef Stew Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 313 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 33g
• Protein: 29g
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 73mg
• Sodium: 499mg
• Potassium: 1185mg
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 6g
• Calcium: 90mg
• Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe in an Instant Pot?
Yes, you can use the slow cook function or pressure cook it for faster results. Adjust liquid levels accordingly.

Why is my stew too watery?
Make sure to stir in the second packet of gravy mix at the end. You can also add a cornstarch slurry for extra thickness.

Can I prep this ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prep the ingredients the night before and store them in the fridge until ready to cook.

What’s the best way to reheat leftovers?
Gently warm on the stovetop or microwave in 1-minute intervals, stirring in between.

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