My Kids LOVE when I make this crockpot meal

Ingredients

• 1 piece Medium Onion (peeled and diced bite‑size)
• 1 lb Smoked Cheddar Sausage (sliced into bite‑size pieces; can use any smoked pork sausage)
• 1 tablespoon Bacon Fat or Bacon Drippings (or 2 slices bacon rendered and drained)
• 12 oz Frozen Green Beans (one standard bag, no need to thaw)
• 4 medium Potatoes (peeled and diced; optional for extra bulk)
• 1.5 cup Chicken Broth (low‑sodium preferred)
• to taste Salt (season at the end)
• to taste Black Pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions

1. Prep Ingredients

   Dice the onion, slice the smoked cheddar sausage into bite‑size pieces, peel and dice potatoes (if using), and measure out the frozen green beans and chicken broth.

   Time: PT5M

2. Heat Fat

   Place the large pot over medium‑high heat and add the tablespoon of bacon fat (or rendered bacon). Allow it to melt and coat the bottom.

   Time: PT2M

3. Caramelize Onion

   Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and golden brown, about 8 minutes.

   Time: PT8M

4. Brown Sausage

   Add the sausage pieces to the pot and cook, stirring, until they develop a light brown color, about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

5. Add Remaining Ingredients

   Stir in the frozen green beans, diced potatoes (if using), and pour in the chicken broth. Mix to combine.

   Time: PT2M

6. Bring to Simmer

   Increase heat to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce to a low setting and cover the pot.

   Time: PT5M

7. Cook Until Tender

   Let the stew cook on low for 2 hours (or on high for 1.5‑2 hours) until the green beans are soft and the potatoes are fork‑tender. Stir occasionally.

   Time: PT2H

8. Season and Finish

   Taste the stew and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Remove from heat.

   Time: PT5M

9. Serve

   Ladle the stew into bowls and enjoy hot. It pairs well with crusty bread or a simple side salad.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

30g

Fat

15g

Fiber

5g