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Slow cooker ground beef stew with vegetables and herbs

Slow Cooker Ground Beef Stew

A cozy and hearty slow cooker stew made with ground beef and vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 2 cups beef broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Browning the garlic enhances the flavor.
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredient
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the onion and garlic.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened.
  2. Add ground beef to the skillet, cook until browned.
  3. Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker.
  4. Add sliced carrots, diced potatoes, beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir to combine all ingredients.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours until the vegetables are tender.
Serving
  1. Serve hot in cozy bowls, optionally pairing with crusty bread or sprinkling fresh herbs on top.

Notes

For a thicker stew, mix a tablespoon of corn starch with cold water and stir it in during the last cooking stage. To add a twist, consider using ground turkey or chicken as an alternative to beef.