Description
Ground Beef Stew is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort and nostalgia to every table. With tender chunks of ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and a savory broth infused with aromatic herbs, this stew is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Simple to prepare and full of rich flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home. Serve it with crusty bread or fluffy rice, and enjoy the cozy atmosphere it creates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef; break apart with a wooden spoon and cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in diced carrots and potatoes; cook for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth and add tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1 hour or until ingredients are tender. Stir occasionally.
- Serve hot in bowls with optional crusty bread or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg