Description
Warm up your day with this Savory Ground Beef and Potato Stew, a hearty dish perfect for chilly weather. Featuring tender Yukon gold potatoes, sweet carrots, and flavorful ground beef simmered in a rich tomato-based broth, this stew is a comforting classic that’s simple to prepare and always satisfying. Whether for a weeknight meal or a family gathering, this recipe is bound to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium Yukon gold potato (1 1/2 cups), chopped
- 2 cups carrots, chopped (about 3 large)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 can (14 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 bay leaf
- 3/4 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Sauté Aromatics
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Stir and cook for about 2 minutes, until the onion softens and the garlic is fragrant.
- Season and Add Vegetables
- Stir in Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chopped potatoes and carrots, stirring to coat them in the seasoning.
- Build the Broth
- Add fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, granulated sugar, and the bay leaf. Mix well.
- Simmer the Stew
- Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and let the stew simmer for 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld together.
- Final Touches
- Stir in frozen peas and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove the bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot.
Notes
- Potatoes: Yukon gold potatoes are ideal for their creamy texture and ability to hold shape.
- Thicker Stew: For a thicker stew, mix 1 Tbsp cornstarch with 2 Tbsp water and stir into the stew during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Vegetable Swaps: Feel free to add green beans, parsnips, or celery for variet
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American