Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Amish 5-Hour Stew

Introduction

Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Amish 5-Hour Stew is a classic comfort food recipe inspired by traditional Amish home cooking.
Known for its simplicity and hearty flavors, this stew transforms just a handful of basic ingredients into a rich,
satisfying meal. With minimal prep and slow cooking magic, you’ll have a warm and nourishing dinner ready with almost no effort.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef stew meat (cut into chunks)
• 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 cups carrots, sliced
• 1 packet (1 oz) dry onion soup mix

Instructions

1. Lightly spray your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Add the beef stew meat to the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Layer the potatoes and carrots evenly over the beef.
4. Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the top.
5. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 hours (or until the beef is tender and vegetables are soft).
6. Stir gently before serving to combine the flavors.

Description

This Amish-style stew is thick, hearty, and packed with rustic flavor. The beef becomes tender and juicy,
while the potatoes and carrots soak up the savory onion seasoning. The slow cooking process allows
everything to meld together beautifully, creating a comforting, old-fashioned meal perfect for chilly evenings.

Tips

• For extra richness, add 1 cup of beef broth if you prefer a slightly thinner stew.
• Cut vegetables into evenly sized pieces for consistent cooking.
• Brown the beef beforehand for deeper flavor (optional but recommended).
• If cooking on HIGH, reduce cooking time to about 3–4 hours.

Correction & Notes

• If the stew seems too thick, stir in a small amount of warm water or broth.
• If vegetables are still firm after 5 hours, continue cooking in 30-minute increments.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Enjoy

Serve this comforting Amish 5-Hour Stew with warm crusty bread or a simple side salad.
It’s a wholesome, satisfying meal that brings cozy, homemade goodness to your table. Enjoy every hearty bite!