Amish Ground Beef & Vegetable Stew

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A Thanksgiving must-have that disappears as quickly as it cooks!

Servings:

6–8 servings

Prep Time:

15 minutes
Cook Time:
45–60 minutes
Total Time:
1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients For Amish Ground Beef & Vegetable Stew

  • 1½ pounds ground beef (lean)

  • 4–5 medium Yukon gold or red potatoes, quartered

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 cups beef broth

  • 1 cup frozen corn

  • 1 cup green beans (fresh or frozen)

  • 1 cup diced carrots

  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (optional for added richness)

  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp thyme

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional for flavor boost)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

Instructions:

  1. Brown the beef:
    In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.

  2. Add aromatics:
    Add diced onions and garlic to the beef and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.

  3. Combine ingredients:
    Add potatoes, carrots, corn, green beans, diced tomatoes (if using), and seasonings (salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, Worcestershire sauce).

  4. Pour broth:
    Pour in beef broth and stir to combine. Bring mixture to a boil.

  5. Simmer:
    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until potatoes and carrots are fork-tender.

  6. Check and adjust:
    Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. If stew is too thick, add a bit more broth.

  7. Serve warm:
    Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve with crusty bread or biscuits.

Notes & Tips:

  • Make-Ahead: This dish tastes even better the next day after flavors have melded. Great for meal prep!

  • Slow Cooker Version: After browning beef, transfer all ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours.

  • Vegetarian Option: Use plant-based ground meat and vegetable broth.

  • Thicker Stew? Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with water and stir in near the end if you’d like it thicker.

  • Storage: Keeps in fridge for 4 days; freezes well for up to 3 months.

Nutritional Info (per serving – est.):

  • Calories: 380

  • Protein: 22g

  • Carbs: 32g

  • Fat: 18g

  • Fiber: 6g

  • Sugar: 5g

  • Sodium: 580mg

Benefits:

  • Hearty & Filling – Great for large families or potlucks.

  • Budget-Friendly – Uses pantry staples and inexpensive ground beef.

  • Nutritious – Loaded with veggies and protein.

  • One-Pot Convenience – Easy to cook and clean up.

Q&A:

Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
A: Yes! Use plant-based ground meat and vegetable broth.

Q: Can I freeze leftovers?
A: Absolutely. Cool fully, then freeze in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

Q: What can I serve it with?
A: Crusty bread, cornbread, or a light salad pair well.

Q: Can I add cheese?
A: Yes – shredded cheddar or mozzarella on top before serving adds a nice creamy touch.

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