Description
This hearty and comforting stew is the perfect meal for a chilly evening when you need something filling yet simple. With budget-friendly ingredients like ground beef, potatoes, and carrots, Poor Man’s Stew offers a warm, savory dish that is sure to please the whole family. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or a cozy weekend dinner, this recipe delivers great flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef
4 large potatoes, diced
4 carrots, sliced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until it’s no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- In the slow cooker, combine the beef, potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic.
- Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes, then add Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the vegetables are tender.
- Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.
Notes
- Customize your vegetables by adding root vegetables like parsnips or sweet potatoes, or even green beans or peas.
- Make sure to brown the ground beef first for richer flavor.
- This stew can be frozen for up to 3 months. Let it cool completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers. Reheat when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours