If you want a hearty, comforting dinner that is easy to prepare and satisfying enough for the whole family, this Crock Pot Meat and Potato Stew is a wonderful choice. Tender beef stew meat, potatoes, mushrooms, onion and savory mushroom gravy cook together slowly until everything is rich, warm and full of flavor.
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How to Make Meat and Potato Stew in a Crock Pot
This Crock Pot Meat and Potato Stew is the kind of slow cooker recipe that feels like home. It was inspired by a family-style dish Michael remembered from his Papaw and Mamaw James. Their cooking left a lasting impression, and this version keeps that same comforting spirit while using simple ingredients that are easy to layer into a slow cooker.
The beauty of this slow cooker beef and potato stew is how little effort it takes. You do not need a long list of steps or complicated prep work. Once the potatoes are cubed, the onion is quartered and the ingredients are added to the crock pot, the slow cooker does most of the work. As it cooks, the beef becomes tender, the potatoes soften and the mushroom gravy mix creates a savory sauce that brings everything together.
This recipe is especially convenient for busy days. You can start it in the morning on low and have a warm, filling dinner ready by evening. If your schedule is tighter, it can also be cooked on high. While many beef recipes are best cooked low and slow, this one still turns out delicious when prepared on the high setting. Either way, you get a hearty crock pot stew with tender meat, soft potatoes and a rich mushroom flavor.
Serve this meat and potato stew as a complete meal on its own, or pair it with bread if you want something to soak up the gravy. It is a simple, satisfying comfort food recipe that works well for family dinners, cool evenings or any time you want an easy slow cooker meal.
What You Will Need
Ingredients Needed
- 2 lbs beef stew meat
- 5 medium potatoes, cut into cubes
- 8 oz sliced Bella mushrooms
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 2 packets mushroom gravy mix, 1 oz each
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup water
Equipment Needed
- Potato peeler, or a sharp knife if you prefer peeling potatoes by hand
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoons
- 6 quart slow cooker
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 7 to 8 hours on low or 3.5 to 4 hours on high
General Notes
- This Crock Pot Meat and Potato Stew is designed for a 6 quart slow cooker.
- For the best texture, cook until the beef is fully cooked and both the meat and potatoes are tender.
- Carb counts, calorie counts and other nutrition details can vary depending on the exact products and brands used. Any nutrition information listed is an automated estimate and should not be relied on for specific dietary needs.
- All slow cookers cook differently, so the cooking time is a guideline. Test the recipe in your own slow cooker and adjust the time as needed.
Crock Pot Meat and Potato Stew
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat
- 5 medium potatoes cubed
- 8 oz sliced Bella mushrooms
- 1 medium onion quartered
- 2 oz mushroom gravy mix (2 packets, 1 oz each)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
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Layer the potatoes, mushrooms, onion and beef stew meat in a 6 quart crock pot.
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Sprinkle the mushroom gravy mix, garlic powder, garlic salt and pepper evenly over the top.
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Pour the water over all the ingredients.
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Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 3.5 to 4 hours. The stew is ready when the beef is cooked through and both the meat and potatoes are tender.
Notes
- Cut the potatoes into similar-sized cubes so they cook evenly.
- If your slow cooker tends to cook hot, begin checking the stew near the earlier end of the suggested cooking time.
- The gravy thickens and flavors the beef and potatoes as the recipe cooks.
- Nutrition information is an estimate and may change based on the ingredients used.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 3g |
Protein: 26g |
Fat: 6g |
Saturated Fat: 2g |
Cholesterol: 71mg |
Sodium: 391mg
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