Crock Pot Poor Man's Stew
A quick and easy stew made with ground beef and vegetables, perfect for busy lifestyles.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey) use turkey for a lighter option
- 4 pieces potatoes, diced potatoes are essential for this recipe
- 3 pieces carrots, chopped
- 1 piece onion, chopped
- 2 cups green beans frozen works just as well
- 4 cups beef broth homemade or store-bought
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce adds extra flavor
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground beef (or turkey) in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through.
- In the crock pot, layer the browned meat, diced potatoes, chopped carrots, and chopped onion.
- Add frozen green beans to the crock pot.
- Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes, then drizzle with Worcestershire sauce, and sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir gently to combine, set the crock pot to low and cook for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.
Notes
Customize with other veggies like bell peppers or corn. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.