Name: Slow-Cooker Beef and Butternut Squash Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 420 min
Total time: 435 min
Ingredients: 1¾ lb beef stew meat or beef chunks; 1 Tbsp olive oil; ½ cup onion (chopped ); 1 Tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced ); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 14 oz unsalted diced tomatoes; 2 cups water; 12 oz butternut squash (cubed); 2 Tbsp fresh parsley (chopped ); 10 oz green beans (side dish) (steamed); ½ Tbsp olive oil (for green beans); ⅛ tsp salt (for green beans); ⅛ tsp pepper (for green beans)

This Slow-Cooker Beef and Butternut Squash Stew is a cozy, one-pot meal that delivers big on flavor and benefits. It fits perfectly into the Anti-Inflammatory Reset, Healthy Aging Plan, Heart Health Plan, and Blood Sugar Balance Plan. Tender beef provides muscle-building protein and iron, while naturally sweet butternut squash keeps carbs steady and glycemic impact low. A medley of root veggies, garlic, and warming spices infuses anti-inflammatory power, making this stew ideal for colder days or anytime you need a comforting, nutrient-dense reset. Bonus: it’s low in sodium, rich in fiber, and practically cooks itself.

Slow-Cooker Beef and Butternut Squash Stew

Warm up with this hearty and flavorful Slow-Cooker Beef and Butternut Squash Stew. Packed with tender beef, sweet butternut squash, and a smoky kick of chipotle, this dish is comforting and nutritious.