Description
Hearty beef potato slow cooker stew celebrates classic comfort cooking from Ireland’s rustic kitchens. Tender meat and creamy potatoes simmer together, delivering rich flavors that comfort and satisfy hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into thin slices (about 7 cups)
- 3 cups sharp cheese, shredded
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Liquid and Additional Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup beef stock
- 1 cup onion, sliced thinly
- 1 can condensed cheese soup (cheddar flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the beef by searing it in a skillet over medium-high heat until thoroughly browned, ensuring no pink remains. Carefully drain excess fat, preserving the meat’s rich flavor.
- Create a robust seasoning blend by whisking together black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and paprika in a compact mixing vessel.
- Craft the initial potato foundation by arranging a uniform layer of potato slices across the slow cooker’s base, gently coating them with creamy cheddar soup for enhanced moisture and taste.
- Distribute the first portion of toppings by scattering half the cooked beef, diced onions, shredded cheese, and prepared spice mixture evenly over the potato base.
- Construct the secondary layer by mirroring the previous arrangement: spread remaining potato slices, followed by beef, onions, cheese, and seasoning blend.
- Enhance moisture by delicately pouring beef broth across the layered ingredients, allowing liquid to permeate through all components.
- Cover and set the slow cooker to high temperature, allowing the dish to simmer for 4 hours. The potatoes should transform into tender, succulent morsels when gently pierced with a fork.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, directly from the slow cooker, for optimal flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Always choose lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and create a healthier dish.
- Pat potatoes dry before layering to prevent watery consistency and ensure better texture.
- Substitute regular cheese with low-fat or dairy-free alternatives for dietary restrictions.
- For enhanced flavor, caramelize onions before adding to slow cooker for deeper, richer taste profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 577
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1040 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg