Dump frozen meatballs over raw cubed potatoes, together with 3 ingredients, into slow cooker for a comforting meal that disappears faster than anythin

This slow cooker 5-ingredient Amish meatball stew is the kind of comforting, no-fuss supper that fits right into a busy farm day or a chilly weeknight. It reminds me of the hearty, humble stews the Amish women around here put together before heading out to chores—simple ingredients, long slow cooking, and a table that goes quiet when everyone starts eating.

You literally dump frozen meatballs over raw cubed potatoes, add just three more pantry ingredients, and let the slow cooker do its work. By the time the house smells like Sunday dinner, the pot is nearly empty before you can even sit down with your own bowl.

Serve this stew in wide, warm bowls with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if you have it, and plenty of crusty bread or soft dinner rolls to mop up the gravy. A simple side of buttered green beans, steamed carrots, or a crisp lettuce salad balances the richness nicely. It also pairs well with applesauce or coleslaw, the way many Midwestern and Amish tables do, for a little sweet contrast alongside the savory meatballs and potatoes.