Poor Man’s Pot

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 3

Satisfy Your Hunger with Poor Man's Pot Recipe

by The Chefin Stew

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

350

Sugar

Fat

22g

Poor Man’s Pot is a classic recipe that has been passed down for generations. This recipe is perfect for those looking for a warm and hearty dish that is both easy to make and perfect to serve during cold weather. Poor man's pot is a traditional recipe that is popular across several countries. The dish is called “Poor man's pot,” reflecting its affordability and simplicity. Made with potatoes, onion, rutabaga, and bacon, this recipe is packed with flavor that is bound to please your taste buds and fill your stomach.

Instructions

1.	Peel and wash the vegetables.
2.	Dice the root vegetable to small pieces, finely chop the onion.
3.	Heat the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crispy and golden brown.
4.	Add diced root vegetables, minced onion, and black pepper.
5.	Stir for a few seconds until the vegetables are coated with bacon fat.
6.	Gently pour water over the vegetables until they are submerged.
7.	Cover the skillet and let it cook until the vegetables are tender or around 35-40 min.

PROS

This recipe is easy to make and inexpensive.
Poor man’s pot is a fantastic recipe for those who have a tight budget.

It can be served as a full meal or side dish.
Poor man’s pot is very filling and will satisfy your hunger.

CONS

The recipe contains a high amount of fat and calories from the bacon.

It is also high in carbohydrates because it contains potatoes, so those following a low-carb diet may want to skip this recipe.

Poor man’s pot may not be suitable for vegetarians or vegans due to the bacon used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The root vegetable is known to stabilize blood sugar level and also good for the digestive system.
The fatty acid present in bacon helps to maintain our brain health by reducing the risk of dementia and protects against heart disease.

	1 lb potato
	1/2 lb rutabaga
	1/2 lb onion
	1 lb bacon , rashers
	pepper