Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef – extra lean or ground turkey
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes
- 8 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 4 celery ribs, thinly sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- A handful of fresh mushrooms
- 1.5 cans low sodium beef broth
- 1 to 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 to 2 teaspoons pepper
Directions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté until they are translucent.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the stewed and Rotel tomatoes, carrots, celery, potatoes, and mushrooms. Pour in the beef broth, and season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 45 minutes to an hour, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Adjust Seasonings: Taste the stew and adjust the seasonings as necessary.
- Serve: Ladle the stew into bowls and serve hot.
Cook Notes
- For a thicker stew, you can dissolve a tablespoon of cornstarch in a little cold water and stir it into the stew towards the end of cooking time until the desired consistency is reached.
Variations
- Keto Version: Omit the potatoes and carrots and add more low-carb vegetables like zucchini or cauliflower.
- Low-Carb Version: Follow the keto version and ensure all canned tomatoes are low in sugar.
Nutrition Fact
The nutritional content of Hamburger Stew will vary depending on the specific ingredients used, especially the choice of meat. A rough estimate per serving (assuming 6 servings) would include approximately 350-400 calories, with 20g of fat, 25g of carbohydrates, and 25g of protein.
Please note, these nutritional facts are estimates and should be adjusted based on the specific ingredients and quantities used.
