Description
A hearty and comforting ground beef stew loaded with tender beef, vegetables, and flavorful broth, perfect for family gatherings and cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions turn translucent.
- Introduce the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until it’s browned.
- Mix in the diced carrots and potatoes, followed by the beef broth.
- Stir in the thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes until the vegetables become tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs like rosemary or bay leaves. To thicken the stew, use a cornstarch slurry or reduce uncovered.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: ground beef, stew, comfort food, hearty meal, family dinner