Description
A hearty slow cooker meal featuring tender beef and wholesome beans, perfect for busy evenings.
Ingredients
- Beef (brisket or chuck roast)
- Beans (black beans, kidney beans, or lentils)
- Onions (finely chopped)
- Garlic (minced)
- Bell peppers (diced)
- Broth (beef or vegetable, low sodium preferred)
- Spices (cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper)
- Optional toppings (plain Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, cheese)
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Trim any excess fat from the beef and cut into uniform pieces.
- Brown the meat: Sear the beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned on all sides.
- Combine in the slow cooker: Transfer the browned beef, beans, vegetables, garlic, and spices to the slow cooker, and add the broth.
- Set and forget: Cover the crock pot and set it on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
- Finish and serve: Taste for seasoning and garnish with optional toppings before serving hot.
Notes
For best results, avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain steam and heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: slow cooker, beef stew, protein-rich, easy dinner