For a richer flavor, brown the ground beef separately before adding it to the pot. Feel free to substitute ground beef with ground pork or ground lamb. This stew can be cooked on the stovetop or in a slow cooker. If using a slow cooker, cook on low for 6-8 hours. Serve as a stew, with crushed chips, crackers, or cornbread, or over rice.
Mom's Basic Vegetable Beef Stew
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS30
A hearty and comforting classic, this vegetable beef stew is a symphony of flavors, where tender beef mingles with sweet carrots, earthy potatoes, and aromatic herbs in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for a chilly evening!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate31 g
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Cholesterol35 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium279 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a large stockpot, add enough olive oil to thinly coat the bottom. Heat over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion, carrots, minced garlic, bay leaf, red pepper flakes, Greek seasoning, rosemary, thyme, basil, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until the mixture begins to soften and brown, about 15 minutes.
02
StepAdd the diced tomatoes with juice and ground beef, breaking the beef apart with a wooden spoon. Bring to a boil. Cook until the beef is cooked through and the carrots are tender, about 10 minutes.
03
StepAdd the potatoes, remaining chopped onion, and celery. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 20 to 30 minutes before serving.
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Charlotte Stiedemannsipes
Jun 27, 2025This stew is so hearty and flavorful! The spices make all the difference.
Lee Kris
Jun 14, 2025I made this in my slow cooker and it turned out great! Cooked on low for 6 hours.
Guido Mann
May 27, 2025I added some mushrooms and it was a great addition!
Janiya Stamm
May 11, 2025Letting it sit before serving really does make a difference in the flavor.
Pearline Larkin
May 8, 2025This is my new go-to stew recipe! Thank you!
Kayla Schowalter
Apr 2, 2025Easy to follow recipe, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Brice Feest
Mar 16, 2025I substituted ground turkey and it was still delicious!
Quentin Sporer
Feb 14, 2025My kids loved it, even the one who hates vegetables!