Crock Pot Beef And Broccoli

Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we’ve always got an eye toward health and wellness, sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different. As our needs shift, self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room, or sweet treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the status quo, and that’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!

Comfort foods are a hot commodity right now. With so much uncertainty in the world these days, it’s quite normal for people to crave warmth and familiarity. Like our trusty old peanut butter and jelly combo, beef and broccoli are one of those timeless pairings that it’s hard to go wrong with. This recipe makes it even better with the use of a crock pot. The instructions are so easy and hands-off, you can assemble it all in the morning in your crock pot and then just go about your day. Let the delicious smell of beef and broccoli, coming together in perfect harmony, waft through your home all day long.

In around 7 hours the temptation will be over and you’ll have a warm and nourishing dinner on the table. One that’ll not only feed your body, but your spirit too. With a full belly uncertainty fades into the background… at least for a little while.

Ingredients

1 lb boneless beef chuck roast, sliced into thin strips
1 c beef consommé
1/2 c soy sauce

1/3 c brown sugar
1 Tbsp sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced

2 Tbsp cornstarch
2 Tbsp cooled sauce from the crock pot after being cooked
fresh broccoli florets (as many as desired)

hot cooked rice

Instructions

Place beef in a crock pot.
In a small bowl, combine consomme, soy sauce, brown sugar, oil, and garlic. Pour over beef. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.

In a cup, stir cornstarch and sauce from the crock pot until smooth. Add to crock pot. Stir well to combine. (If your sauce is not thickening, try bringing your sauce to a boil on the stovetop with the corn starch mixture. Boil until your desired consistency is reached).
Add broccoli to the crock pot. Stir to combine.
Cover and cook an additional 30 minutes on high (the sauce has to boil for it to thicken).