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Hearty Slow Cooker Beef and Beans

A cozy and satisfying slow cooker meal featuring ground beef, kidney beans, onions, and tomatoes, perfect for chilly evenings or busy weekdays.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground beef Browned for best flavor
  • 2 cans Kidney beans
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp Cumin For flavor
  • 1 tbsp Chili powder For flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by placing the ground beef in the slow cooker, breaking it apart with a spatula.
  2. Add in the kidney beans along with chopped onions and diced tomatoes.
  3. Stir everything together until well combined.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or sour cream.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. It can be frozen in portions for up to three months. Enhance flavor by browning the beef beforehand and consider adding bell peppers or corn.