Flavorful Ground Beef Stew with Vegetables

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Hey, friends!

Want to warm up with a hearty meal? I’ve got a fantastic recipe just for you.

Today, we’re diving into a comforting ground beef stew with vegetables.

It’s packed with flavor, super filling, and the best part? It’s really easy to whip up!

Perfect for a cozy dinner at home.

Grab your pots and let’s get cooking!

ground beef stew with vegetables
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Suggestions for Ingredient Substitution

Ground beef can be replaced with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian option. Adjust cooking time slightly, as turkey may cook faster than beef. For plant-based crumbles, add them later in the cooking process to prevent overcooking. Russet potatoes can be substituted with sweet potatoes or cauliflower florets for a lower-carb alternative. Sweet potatoes offer additional nutrients, while cauliflower reduces the stew’s calorie content. Adjust cooking time as needed, as these alternatives may cook faster than russet potatoes. All-purpose flour can be replaced with cornstarch or arrowroot powder for a gluten-free thickener. Use about half the amount of cornstarch or arrowroot compared to flour, and mix with cold water before adding to the stew to prevent clumping.

Preparation Time 20-30 minutes
Cooking Time 45-60 minutes
Total Time 65-90 minutes
Level of Difficulty Medium

Estimated Nutrition

Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):

  • Calories: 1200-1400
  • Protein: 80-90 g
  • Fat: 60-70 g
  • Carbohydrates: 120-130 g

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 ribs celery
  • 3 carrots
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 3-4 cloves garlic
  • 3 russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 can rotel tomatoes (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • Salt
  • Black pepper

Step 1: Brown the Ground Beef

In a large Dutch oven, heat it over medium-high heat and add 1 pound of ground beef.

Brown the beef, breaking it up as it cooks to ensure even cooking.

While the beef is browning, you can move on to preparing the vegetables.

Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables

As the beef is browning, chop 3-4 ribs of celery, 3 carrots, and 1 large yellow onion.

Mince 3-4 cloves of garlic.

Peel and cube 3 russet potatoes (or use red or Yukon Gold potatoes if you prefer).

Set the minced garlic aside for later.

Step 3: Combine Vegetables with Beef

Once the ground beef is browned, drain any excess fat from the pot.

Add the chopped onions, potatoes, carrots, and celery to the pot with the beef.

Sauté the vegetables for about 3 minutes, allowing them to begin softening.

Add 2 tablespoons of butter and mix well into the vegetable and beef mixture.

Step 4: Add Garlic and Tomatoes

Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional minute to release its fragrance.

Stir in 1 can of Rotel tomatoes (diced tomatoes with green chilies) along with their juice and 1 tablespoon of tomato paste.

Mix everything together thoroughly, making sure to scrape the bottom of the pot to incorporate any browned bits for added flavor.

Step 5: Thicken the Stew

Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the mixture and stir to coat the vegetables and beef.

This will help thicken the stew as it cooks.

Pour in 4 cups of beef broth, stirring well to combine.

Reserve some broth if you wish to thin the stew later to your preferred consistency.

Step 6: Simmer the Stew

Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-high, cover with a lid while leaving a small gap for steam to escape, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.

Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and check to ensure the potatoes, carrots, and celery are tender.

Step 7: Serve and Enjoy

Once the stew is cooked, serve the hearty ground beef stew in bowls while hot, and enjoy a comforting and delicious meal.

ground beef stew with vegetables
Image: © mollyshomeguide.com (Visualized and enhanced using AI technology)

ground beef stew with vegetables
Image: © mollyshomeguide.com (Visualized and enhanced using AI technology)

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