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Slow Cooker Poor Man’s Stew

A hearty and budget-friendly slow cooker stew made with ground beef, potatoes, carrots, and a rich tomato broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 potatoes diced
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Brown ground beef in a skillet.
  2. Add all ingredients to slow cooker.
  3. Season and stir well.
  4. Cook on low 7–8 hours or high 4–5 hours.
  5. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

For extra flavor, brown the beef before slow cooking.