Hearty Beefy Harvest Stew

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Recipe Category: Stew
Keywords: Vegetable, Less than 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 335.2
• Fat Content: 9.6g
• Saturated Fat Content: 3.6g
• Cholesterol Content: 55.3mg
• Sodium Content: 1078.9mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 43.9g
• Fiber Content: 5.7g
• Sugar Content: 13.1g
• Protein Content: 22.5g

Description

This hearty beef vegetable stew recipe is inspired by a dream of vegetable soup, transformed into a rich and flavorful dish that’s anything but watery. It’s a perfect choice for a comforting meal that’s both easy to make and budget-friendly.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup tomato juice
• 4 Yukon gold potatoes, diced
• 1/2 green pepper, chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1 onion, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Water, as needed

Instructions

1. Brown Ground Beef: In a large soup pot, brown the lean ground beef with Worcestershire sauce over medium-high heat until fully cooked.

2. Drain and Wipe: Drain excess grease from the beef mixture. Wipe out the pan to remove any residual grease.

3. Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked ground beef to the pot. Add in the tomato juice, diced Yukon gold potatoes, chopped green pepper, sliced carrots, diced tomatoes with their juices, corn kernels, salsa, chopped onion, salt, pepper, dried oregano, and garlic powder. Stir well to combine.

4. Cook Vegetables: Cook the stew mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and flavors are well blended. This usually takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.

5. Skim Fatty Spots: As the stew cooks, skim off any fatty spots that rise to the surface for a leaner broth.

6. Adjust Consistency: Depending on your preference, add water gradually during cooking to reach your desired soup consistency. Stir well after adding water.

7. Serve: Once the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded, remove from heat. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream.

This Yummy Beef Vegetable Stew is a delightful meal option that brings together the heartiness of beef with a medley of vibrant vegetables, ensuring each spoonful is packed with flavor and comfort. Perfect for chilly evenings or anytime you crave a satisfying stew!