Make It Count Kitchen

(Slow Cooker + Air Fryer = Comfort Food Done Smarter)

If you’re craving something cozy, hearty, and wildly satisfying, these Shredded Beef Rib Loaded Potatoes hit every mark. Tender slow-cooked beef ribs that fall apart at the touch of a fork, roasted peppers and onions, and crispy air-fried potatoes as the base… then everything gets topped with melty low-fat mozzarella.

It’s comfort food that doesn’t feel heavy — high protein, big flavor, and simple ingredients.

This recipe uses the slow cooker and air fryer together, which means:

• Minimal hands-on time
• Deep, slow-cooked flavor
• Perfectly crispy potatoes without the oil overload

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Ingredients

For the Beef Ribs:

• 1 package beef ribs
• Salt, pepper, dried thyme (to taste)
• ¼ cup water

Veggies:

• ½ yellow onion, sliced
• 1 orange bell pepper, sliced

Potatoes & Toppings:

• 3 cups potatoes, quartered
• Avocado oil
• Salt & pepper (to season potatoes)
• Low-fat mozzarella (for topping)

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Instructions

1. Prep + Slow Cook the Ribs

• Season beef ribs generously with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
• Place in slow cooker with ¼ cup water.
• Cook on LOW for 5–7 hours, or until the meat is tender and pulls apart easily.

2. Add Veggies

• With 1–2 hours remaining, add sliced onion and bell pepper directly into the slow cooker.
• Let them soften and soak up those juices.

3. Shred the Beef

• Remove ribs when done and shred with two forks — the meat should fall apart.
• Return shredded beef to the slow cooker and mix with the softened onions and bell peppers.
• Keep on WARM until ready to serve.

4. Air Fry the Potatoes

• Toss quartered potatoes in avocado oil, salt, and pepper.
• Air fry at 400°F for 15–25 minutes, shaking halfway through.
• Cook until crispy and golden brown.

5. Plate + Melt the Cheese

• Add crispy potatoes to a plate or bowl.
• Top generously with shredded beef and veggies.
• Finish with low-fat mozzarella — the heat will melt it, or pop the bowl under the broiler for 1–2 minutes if you want it bubbly.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Slow cooker does the heavy lifting
✅ Air fryer keeps the potatoes crispy without deep frying
✅ High-protein, lower-fat comfort food
✅ Easy meal prep — leftovers taste even better the next day

Pro tip: Add a squeeze of lime or a drizzle of chipotle mayo if you like a little brightness with richness.

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Meal Prep / Storage

• Store beef mixture and potatoes separately to keep the potatoes crispy.
• Refrigerate up to 4 days.
• Reheat potatoes in the air fryer for best texture.

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