Slow Cooker Hamburger Stew

Name: Slow Cooker Hamburger Stew
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound 90% lean ground beef; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 1 cup carrot, chopped; 2 cups potatoes, chopped; 1 cup celery, chopped; 1 can (14.5 ounces) tomatoes; 4 cups water; oregano, basil, or other herbs (1/2 teaspoon, optional)

Source: Montana State University Extension Service Nutrition Education Program

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-07-14.

Enjoy this hearty stew on a chilly autumn or winter evening. Add black pepper for an extra kick.

Makes

4 servings

Serving size

1/4 of recipe

Ingredients

1 pound 90% lean ground beef
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 cup carrot, chopped
2 cups potatoes, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 can (14.5 ounces) tomatoes
4 cups water
oregano, basil, or other herbs (1/2 teaspoon, optional)

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Brown ground beef in a medium fry pan. Drain fat.
Place beef, chopped vegetables, tomatoes, and water in slow cooker.
Cook on low 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours.

Notes

Learn more about: Onions Carrots Potatoes Celery Tomatoes Herbs

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