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A hearty bowl of Crock Pot Poor Man's Stew featuring chunks of tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and peas, topped with fresh herbs. The stew is served in a rustic ceramic bowl with steam rising, set on a wooden table, with a spoon resting beside it. The vibrant colors of the vegetables contrast beautifully with the rich brown broth, offering a cozy and inviting look perfect for a comforting meal.

Easy Crock Pot Poor Man’s Stew for Comfort Food Fans

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A hearty, flavorful slow cooker stew combining beef, potatoes, carrots, and peas, simmered to perfection for an easy comfort meal.

  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Place beef, potatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper into the crock pot.
  2. Pour in beef broth and add tomato paste; stir to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until meat and vegetables are tender.
  4. In the last 30 minutes, add peas and cook uncovered if you’d like the stew to thicken slightly.

Notes

  • Feel free to add corn or celery for extra flavor and texture.
  • Vegetarian version can replace beef with mushrooms and vegetable broth.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 315 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg