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Slow Cooker Witches Brew Stew

Slow Cooker Witches Brew Stew for a Spooktacular Feast

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This Slow Cooker Witches Brew Stew combines tender ground beef, spicy sausage, and festive vegetables for a hearty, magical Halloween meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 lb Hot Breakfast Sausage Swappable for mild sausage to adjust spice level.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Carrots Cut into pumpkin shapes for festive look.
  • 3 cups Gold Potatoes Any preferred potato variety is acceptable.
  • 1 cup Celery Provides crunch and flavor base.
  • 1 cup Leeks Can replace with onions if needed.
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Shape into skulls for Halloween appeal.
For Flavoring
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is best, can substitute with garlic powder.
  • 2 tbsp Italian Herb Seasoning Or use a mix of dried herbs.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Soups
  • 1 can Campbell’s Condensed French Onion Soup Homemade onion soup can be used.
  • 1 can Campbell’s Condensed Tomato Soup Crushed tomatoes can be used as a substitute.
For Cooking
  • 2 cups Water Use broth for added flavor.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the meats in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes until fully cooked, then transfer to slow cooker.
  2. Cut carrots into festive shapes and add to slow cooker with diced potatoes, celery, leeks, and minced garlic.
  3. Season with Italian herb seasoning, salt, and pepper, then stir gently.
  4. Pour French onion and tomato soup into slow cooker, add water and beef broth, and stir to combine.
  5. Cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 8 hours until flavors meld and vegetables are tender.
  6. 10 minutes before serving, cut mushrooms into skull shapes and add to stew, stirring gently.
  7. Serve hot in bowls with optional crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For the best flavor, brown meat well. Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.

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