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A rustic bowl filled with hearty brown stew featuring chunks of potatoes, carrots, and beef, topped with fresh herbs. The dish is on a wooden table with steam rising, styled with a spoon beside it and a cozy kitchen background contributing to a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Easy Crock Pot Poor Man’s Stew for Comfort Food Lovers

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A comforting, hearty stew made effortlessly in a crock pot, combining affordable ingredients for a delicious dinner solution.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
  • 3 large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a skillet and brown beef cubes for 5 minutes. Transfer to crock pot.
  2. Add diced potatoes, sliced carrots, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme to the crock pot.
  3. Pour in beef broth, ensuring ingredients are covered.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until meat and vegetables are tender.

Notes

  • You can add peas or celery for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg