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**Would You Eat This Slow Cooker Beef Stew and Dumplings? A Hearty Comfort Food Classic**
So, the question is: **Would you eat this Slow Cooker Beef Stew and Dumplings?** If you enjoy the rich flavors of slow-cooked beef and the satisfying texture of fluffy dumplings, then the answer is undoubtedly yes!
Let’s dive into this comforting dish that is sure to become a new favorite in your dinner rotation.
#### For the Beef Stew:
– **2 pounds beef stew meat** (such as chuck roast or round)
– **2 tablespoons olive oil** (for browning the beef)
– **1 large onion**, diced
– **3 garlic cloves**, minced
– **4 carrots**, sliced
– **3 potatoes**, peeled and cubed
– **2 cups beef broth**
– **1 cup red wine** (optional, but adds depth of flavor)
– **1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce**
– **1 teaspoon dried thyme**
– **1 teaspoon dried rosemary**
– **Salt and pepper**, to taste
– **2 tablespoons cornstarch** (optional, for thickening)
For the Dumplings:
– **1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour**
– **1 tablespoon baking powder**
– **1/2 teaspoon salt**
– **1/2 teaspoon sugar**
– **1/2 cup cold milk**
– **1/4 cup unsalted butter**, melted
– **1 egg**, beaten
– **2 tablespoons fresh parsley**, chopped (optional)