Hearty Hamburger Stew Recipe (Print Version)

Hearty Hamburger Stew is a comforting one-pot meal perfect for chilly evenings. Ground beef, vegetables, and potatoes simmer in a rich broth.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American

# Ingredients:

→ The Savory Start

01 - 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef (90/10)
02 - 1 large yellow onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Hearty Harvest Vegetables

04 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced
05 - 2 stalks celery, diced
06 - 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and 1-inch cubed
07 - 1 cup frozen green peas

→ Deep Flavor Infusion

08 - 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
09 - 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
10 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
11 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
12 - 1 tsp dried thyme
13 - 1 bay leaf

→ Thickening & Seasoning

14 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Instructions:

01 - In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef (90/10) over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Once browned, drain off any excess fat and set the beef aside. This is the savory start for your Hearty Hamburger Stew Recipe.
02 - Add 1 large yellow onion, diced, 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced, and 2 stalks celery, diced, to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in 3 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
03 - Sprinkle 1/4 cup all-purpose flour over the vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and 1 tsp dried thyme, cooking for another minute to deepen the flavors for this Hearty Hamburger Stew Recipe.
04 - Pour in 4 cups low-sodium beef broth, 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained, and 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce. Add 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and 1-inch cubed, and 1 bay leaf. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
05 - Return the browned ground beef to the pot. Stir in 1 cup frozen green peas. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes to allow the peas to heat through and the flavors to meld.
06 - Remove the bay leaf. Season your Hearty Hamburger Stew Recipe generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. Ladle hot into bowls and serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - For an even richer flavor, brown the ground beef until well-caramelized before draining. This adds depth to your stew.
02 - Leftover Hearty Hamburger Stew can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It often tastes even better the next day!
03 - Feel free to substitute other root vegetables like parsnips or sweet potatoes for some of the russet potatoes, adjusting cooking time as needed.
04 - Serve this comforting stew with a side of crusty bread or warm cornbread to soak up all the delicious broth.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Large Dutch oven or stockpot
02 - Cutting board
03 - Chef's knife
04 - Measuring cups
05 - Measuring spoons
06 - Wooden spoon or spatula
07 - Vegetable peeler

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 476 kcal
Total Fat: 15 g
Total Carbohydrate: 48 g
Protein: 33 g

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