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Ground Beef Stew

How to Make a Hearty Ground Beef Stew in Your Slow Cooker

This slow-cooked beef stew is rich in flavor and packed with tender vegetables and succulent beef, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2.5 lbs ground beef lean
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 3 teaspoons salt to taste
  • 3 cups russet potatoes peeled and chopped into bites
  • 2 cups carrots peeled and diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 28 oz
  • 1 can tomato paste 6 oz
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary dried
  • 2 cups green beans fresh and trimmed

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; add ground beef and onion. Cook until beef is browned and onions are translucent, then drain any fat.
  • Transfer the beef mixture to a slow cooker. Stir in potatoes, carrots, chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and rosemary. Mix well.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7 hours. Stir occasionally if available.
  • Add the green beans in the last hour of cooking. Ensure they are well submerged in the stew and heated through.
  • Serve warm garnished with freshly cut parsley, accompanying with your choice of bread.

Notes

Consider adding a dash of red wine for enhanced flavor, or adjust the herb selection to suit your preference.