Description
Hearty Crock Pot Poor Man’s Stew delivers comfort through simple, budget-friendly ingredients simmered to perfection. Rustic flavors meld together, creating a satisfying meal that warms you from the inside out.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef (browned and drained)
Vegetables:
- 3 medium russet potatoes (peeled and diced into large pieces)
- 4 medium carrots (peeled and cut into thick slices)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 can (14 ounces / 396 grams) diced tomatoes
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
Instructions
- Create a hearty base by layering ground beef, diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and chopped onions evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Whisk together crushed diced tomatoes, savory broth, aromatic herbs, and seasonings in a separate mixing vessel, ensuring all spices are thoroughly integrated.
- Gently pour the seasoned liquid mixture over the meat and vegetable foundation, coating all ingredients uniformly.
- Secure the crock pot lid and allow the stew to simmer on low temperature for approximately 6-7 hours, or alternatively on high temperature for 3-4 hours until potato pieces become fork-tender.
- Once cooking cycle completes, carefully inspect the stew’s consistency and seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper if needed.
- Ladle the steaming, rich stew into deep serving bowls, capturing a balanced blend of meat, vegetables, and flavorful broth in each portion.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, optionally accompanied by crusty bread or side of choice to complete this comforting one-pot meal.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier dish.
- For a vegetarian version, swap ground beef with plant-based protein like lentils or textured vegetable protein.
- Dice vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the stew.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme before serving to boost flavor and freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg