Description
Crock Pot Poor Man’s Stew is a heartwarming, budget-friendly dish that brings together tender beef, colorful vegetables, and flavorful broth. Simmered slowly in your crock pot, this stew fills your home with an irresistible aroma. Every spoonful offers a delightful combination of rich flavors and comfort, making it the perfect meal for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sear the beef in a skillet over medium heat with a bit of oil until browned on all sides.
- While the beef cooks, chop the carrots, potatoes, and onion.
- Layer the seared beef at the bottom of the crock pot; add chopped vegetables on top.
- Pour in the beef broth until just covered; add garlic, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Remove bay leaves before serving; ladle stew into bowls and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg