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A rustic bowl of rich, hearty poor man's stew with tender chunks of beef, potatoes, carrots, and peas, garnished with fresh herbs on a wooden table, steam rising, styled for cozy comfort

Hearty Crock Pot Poor Man’s Stew for Cozy Comfort

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A satisfying and hearty crock pot poor man’s stew made with beef, potatoes, carrots, peas, and rich broth, slow-cooked to perfection for minimal effort and maximum flavor.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound beef stew meat, cubed
  • 3 large potatoes, diced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients except peas into the crock pot.
  2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked.
  3. During the last 30 minutes, add frozen peas.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

  • You can substitute beef with ground beef or turkey for variation.
  • For thicker stew, mash some potatoes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg