Slow Cooker Bacon Potato Stew

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If you can cook bacon, you can make this simple, filling slow cooker stew. Inspired by lbart’s “Jungle Stew.”
Ready in: 6 hours 15 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 10

• 1 dozen medium potatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 1 pound smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, drained
• 1 (24 ounce) can red kidney beans

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 6 hours | Extra time: 5 mins

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
2. Combine potatoes, onions, cooked bacon, tomatoes, and beans in a 6-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, stirring occasionally.Alternate Methods

Cook the stew on HIGH for about 3 hours.