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A rustic bowl filled with rich, chunky poor man's stew featuring tender beef chunks, vegetables, and broth, garnished with fresh herbs, all served on a wooden table with warm lighting emphasizing the hearty textures and vibrant colors.

Hearty Crock Pot Poor Man’s Stew

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A slow cooker hearty stew loaded with tender beef chunks, potatoes, carrots, and savory broth, perfect for a comforting and effortless dinner.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cubed
  • 4 large carrots, sliced
  • 4 potatoes, diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place beef stew meat in the slow cooker and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Add carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic on top.
  3. Stir in beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, and rosemary.
  4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked.
  5. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can add peas or green beans into the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking for extra flavor.
  • For a thicker broth, mix a tablespoon of flour with water and stir into the stew before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
  • Calories: 330 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 870mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg