Crock Pot Root Vegetable Ground Beef Stew
🕒 Total Time: 10 hours 20 minutes
🥄 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🍲 Cook Time: 10 hours
👨🍳 Servings: 8
Description:
This hearty Crock Pot Root Vegetable Ground Beef Stew recipe, a gem passed down from my sister, promises a delightful amalgamation of flavors and nutrients. Embracing the rustic charm of root vegetables and the savory richness of ground beef, it’s a comforting dish that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Ideal for cold days or when you’re craving a nourishing meal, this stew brings together the earthy sweetness of potatoes, carrots, and turnips with the robustness of diced tomatoes and beef bouillon, all infused with the satisfying depth of ground beef. Moreover, it’s a versatile recipe that can accommodate game meats like deer or elk, offering a unique twist to suit your preferences. With its abundance of vegetables, it’s not only a treat for the taste buds but also a boon for your health, providing essential nutrients and fiber. Get ready to savor every spoonful of this hearty stew that’s bound to warm both body and soul.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Carrots | 1 1/2 |
| Potatoes | 2 |
| Turnips | 2 |
| Ground Beef | 2 |
| Diced Tomatoes | 2 |
| Beef Bouillon Cubes | 1 |
| Pepper | 1 |
| Salt | To taste |
| Garlic Powder | To taste |
| Onion Powder | To taste |
| Paprika | To taste |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 216.3
- Fat Content: 9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 38.7mg
- Sodium Content: 350.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 21g
- Fiber Content: 4.6g
- Sugar Content: 8.4g
- Protein Content: 13.6g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather carrots, potatoes, turnips, ground beef, diced tomatoes, beef bouillon cubes, and pepper. Ensure that the rutabaga is cut into small pieces as they take longer to cook.
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Layer Ingredients in the Crock Pot: Begin by placing the carrots, potatoes, turnips, ground beef, and diced tomatoes into the crock pot.
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Brown Ground Beef: In a separate pan, brown the ground beef until it’s cooked through. Once done, add it to the crock pot.
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Add Bouillon Mixture: Dissolve the beef bouillon cubes in water to create a broth-like mixture. Pour this mixture into the crock pot.
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Season to Taste: Sprinkle pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika over the ingredients according to your preference. Adjust the seasoning to suit your taste buds.
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Cook on Low: Set the crock pot to cook on low heat for a duration of 10 hours, allowing all the flavors to meld together and the vegetables to become tender.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once the stew is cooked to perfection, ladle it into bowls and serve hot. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy the hearty goodness of this root vegetable ground beef stew with your loved ones.
This stew isn’t just a meal; it’s a celebration of wholesome ingredients and comforting flavors that bring warmth to any gathering. Whether you’re enjoying it for a cozy family dinner or meal prepping for the week ahead, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen repertoire. So, grab your crock pot and let the magic of slow cooking transform simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that’s both satisfying and nourishing!
