If there were a dish I could eat over and over again, this would be it
This hearty and comforting Slow Cooker Poor Man's Stew is a perfect dish for chilly evenings or busy days when you want a meal that's both satisfying and easy to prepare. With tender potatoes, carrots, and savory ground beef, this stew is a nostalgic favorite that warms the soul.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 4 medium russet potatoes peeled and diced
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 beef bouillon cubes
- 2 cups hot water
- 4 drops Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add 2 pounds ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 7-10 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat and transfer the cooked beef to your slow cooker.
- While the beef is cooking, peel and dice 4 medium russet potatoes and 2 medium carrots.
- Chop 1 medium onion finely.
- Add the diced potatoes, carrots, and chopped onion to the slow cooker with the browned beef.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Stir gently to distribute the seasonings evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix 4 tablespoons tomato paste with 2 cups hot water.
- Add 2 beef bouillon cubes and stir until dissolved.
- Add 4 drops Worcestershire sauce and mix well.
- Pour the tomato paste mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Gently stir to ensure everything is coated.
- Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 7 hours. Alternatively, cook on high for 4 hours.
- If you prefer a thicker stew, mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with a small amount of water to create a slurry.
- Stir this slurry into the stew about 30 minutes before the end of cooking.
- Once cooking is complete, stir the stew and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot, paired with crusty bread or over rice.
Notes
Customize with additional vegetables like green beans or peas, and substitute the beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Nutrition
Serving: 375gCalories: 350kcal
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