Indulge in comfort food without the guilt with our Syn-free Slow Cooker Beef and Mashed Potato recipe. This hearty and satisfying dish combines tender, flavourful beef with creamy mashed potatoes on the side. Stay on track with your dietary goals while savouring a delicious, home-cooked meal that’s both wholesome and comforting.
Slow cooker beef and mashed potatoes: the dynamic duo of comfort food! It’s like a warm hug for your taste buds that’s been slow-dancing all day in a slow cooker. Tender beef and creamy mashed potatoes team up to create a culinary masterpiece that says, “Don’t worry, I’ve got your comfort cravings covered.” So, whether you’ve had a tough day or just want to wrap yourself in a cosy culinary blanket, this dish is here to save the day, one delicious bite at a time.
Why you’ll love this recipe….
- All Syn free when following the Slimming World plan
- Delicious
- So tender and juicy
- The perfect mid week comfort food
- The whole family will love it
- Batch cook friendly
- Easy to throw together
Batch Cook – Storage Information
- Fridge: Allow to cool before placing in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Reheat: In the microwave.
- Freezer: Allow to cool before placing in an airtight container. Keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Slow Cooker Beef with Mashed Potato
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Potato Masher
Ingredients
For the Slow Cooker Beef
- 500g Stewing/Casserole Beef
- 1 Large Onion [Diced]
- 2 Garlic Cloves [Crushed]
- 400ml Beef Stock [Use 2 stock cubes]
- 400g Canned Chopped tomatoes
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- 1 tsp Dried Rosemary
- 1 tsp Paprika
- Pinch Salt
- Low Calorie Cooking Spray
For Mashed Potato
- 6 Medium Sized White Potatoes [Peeled, Cubed]
- 1 Chicken or Vegetable Stock Cube
- 1 Garlic Clove [Minced]
- 2 tbsp Fat Free Natural Yoghurt
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
For the Slow Cooker Beef
- Place your slow cooker on a sturdy surface and set it to the low-heat setting.
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, heat a few sprays of low-calorie cooking spray. Add the beef meat and sear until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. This step is optional but can enhance the flavor of the dish.
- Throw everything into the slow cooker and mix together.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on the low-heat setting for 7-8 hours. This slow cooking process will make the beef tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or herbs to suit your preference. If there is a lot of liquid at this point, you can leave the lid off for the remaining cooking time.
For Mashed Potato
- Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot of cold water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, sprinkle in 1 stock cube, stir and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander. Give them a bit of a bash about either in the pan or colander.
- Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Use a potato masher or a hand mixer to mash the potatoes to your desired level of smoothness.
- While mashing, add minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to taste. Mix these ingredients thoroughly into the potatoes.
- Whisk in the yoghurt with a fork. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve together with your delicious slow cooked beef.
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