Beef and Pinto Bean Soup Hearty Beef and Pinto Bean Soup with Smoky Southwest Flavors Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (or stew beef, cubed) 1 tablespoon olive oil (if using stew beef) 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 large carrot, diced 1 stalk celery, diced 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes 4 cups beef broth 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and black pepper to taste 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (optional) Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish Sour cream or shredded cheese, for serving (optional) Directions: In a large soup pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed. If using stew beef, heat olive oil in the pot and brown the beef on all sides. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, until vegetables begin to soften. Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add pinto beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir well to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until veggies are tender and flavors meld. Stir in lime juice if using. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro. Add sour cream or cheese if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or warm tortillas. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #beefsoup #pintobeans #heartymeals #comfortfoodrecipes #southwestflavors #beefandbeansoup #weeknightdinner #proteinpacked #homecooking #souprecipes #easybeefdinner #texmexflavor #warmandhearty #rusticsoup #souptok #homestylefood #onepotmeal #meatysoups #firetomatoes #slowcookerfriendly There's nothing like a warm bowl of Beef and Pinto Bean Soup on a cool evening. Smoky, rich, and filled with flavor!

Chicken Broth in a Slow Cooker Slow-Simmered Homemade Chicken Broth in the Crockpot Ingredients: 1 whole chicken carcass (or 2–3 lbs of chicken bones) 2 carrots, roughly chopped 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped 1 onion, quartered 4 cloves garlic, smashed 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 10 cups water Fresh parsley or thyme (optional) Salt to taste (add after cooking) Directions: Place chicken bones, vegetables, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns into a large slow cooker. Add apple cider vinegar and pour in the water to cover all ingredients. Set the slow cooker to LOW and let it cook for 10–12 hours, or up to 24 hours for a richer broth. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl or pot. Discard solids and season the broth with salt to taste. Let broth cool before storing. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 hours | Total Time: 12 hours 10 minutes Kcal: 35 kcal | Servings: 8 cups #homemadebroth #chickenbroth #slowcookersoup #crockpotbroth #bonebroth #souprecipe #chickenstock #kitchenstaple #fromscratch #slowcooked #mealprepideas #comfortbase #souplovers #slowcookerrecipes #crockpotbasics #nutrientrich #easybroth #noadditives #cleanrecipes #pastinabase Simmering golden magic in my slow cooker today — this Chicken Broth is the ultimate base for all your cozy recipes!

Beef and Guinness Stew Hearty Slow-Cooked Beef and Guinness Stout Stew Ingredients: 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes Salt and black pepper to taste 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, sliced 2 stalks celery, sliced 2 cups Guinness stout beer 2 cups beef broth 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons dried thyme 2 bay leaves 1 cup frozen peas Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Season beef cubes with salt and pepper, then toss in flour until coated. Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches until deep golden on all sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onions until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, carrots, and celery, cooking for another 3 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Pour in the Guinness and beef broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Return beef to the pot, add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 to 2½ hours until beef is tender. Stir in frozen peas and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove bay leaves. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours 30 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal (per serving) | Servings: 6 servings #beefstew #guinnessstew #slowcookedmeals #comfortfood #irishrecipes #heartydinners #stewseason #classicbeefstew #meatloverrecipes #slowcookermeals #weekendcooking #beefrecipes #guinnessbeer #homemadestew #dinnertimeideas #onepotmeals #comfortfoodlover #irishcuisine #richflavors #warmandcozy 🍲🍺 Cozy up with a bowl of this hearty Beef and Guinness Stew—slow-cooked to perfection with tender beef, rich stout, and savory veggies! Perfect for chilly nights. 🥕🥩

Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken and Fluffy Dumplings Stew Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts 4 cups chicken broth 2 cups water 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried parsley Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter, melted Directions: Place chicken, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, chicken broth, water, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender. Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to slow cooker. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter to form a soft dough. Drop spoonfuls of the dough over the hot stew in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 30-40 minutes until dumplings are puffed and cooked through. Serve hot and enjoy! Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 6-7 hours (low) | Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes Kcal: 400 kcal (per serving) | Servings: 6 servings #slowcookerrecipes #chickendumplings #comfortfood #slowcooking #heartymeals #easyrecipes #familydinner #homemadecooking #soupsandstews #dumplings #slowcookerlove #chickenrecipes #homecooking #comfortmeals #mealprep #slowcookercomfort #fallrecipes #wintermeals #easycomfortfood #homecooked 🍲🐔 Cozy up with this Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings recipe — tender chicken, hearty veggies, and fluffy dumplings all slow-cooked to perfection! Perfect comfort food for chilly days! ❄️🥣

Moroccan Chicken Tagine Aromatic Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Spices Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and black pepper to taste 1 cup chicken broth 1 cup canned diced tomatoes 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped 1/4 cup green olives, pitted and sliced 1 tablespoon honey Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish Toasted slivered almonds (optional) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or traditional tagine over medium heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Brown them skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same pot, add the sliced onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, and paprika. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, chopped apricots, olives, and honey. Stir to combine. Return the chicken thighs to the pot, skin-side up, and spoon some sauce over them. Cover and simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and toasted almonds if desired. Serve hot with couscous or crusty bread. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 60 minutes Kcal: Approximately 450 kcal per serving Servings: 4 servings #moroccanchicken #tagine #chickentagine #moroccanfood #northafricancuisine #slowcookedchicken #spicedchicken #apricotchicken #comfortfood #easyrecipes #mediterraneanfood #homemade #dinnerideas #couscousside #heartymeals #flavorfulrecipes #authenticcooking #familymeals #foodie #slowcooker 🍲✨ Dive into the rich, aromatic flavors of this Moroccan Chicken Tagine! Tender chicken simmered with apricots, olives, and warm spices — pure comfort in a bowl. 🥘🌿