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Ground Beef Stew

Delicious Ground Beef Stew Recipe for a Cozy Family Dinner

This Ground Beef Stew is a hearty, comforting dish perfect for family dinners, featuring tender beef and flavorful vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
Vegetables
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Condiments
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
Herbs & Spices
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 leaf bay leaf

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add ground beef; break apart with a wooden spoon and cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
  3. Stir in diced carrots and potatoes; cook for about 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in beef broth and add tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1 hour or until ingredients are tender. Stir occasionally.
  6. Serve hot in bowls with optional crusty bread or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 22gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different vegetables or spices to suit your taste.

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