Hearty Ground Beef Hobo Stew Recipe

Ingredients

Meat and Aromatics

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 ½ pounds ground beef
• 1 cup diced onion (about half a large onion)
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 cloves)

Vegetables

• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
• 2 cups chopped potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup frozen peas

Liquids and Seasoning

• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (not drained)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 cups tomato juice or V-8
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 ½ pounds of ground beef. Cook and crumble the beef until it begins to brown and is no longer pink.
2. Add 1 cup diced onion, 1 cup chopped carrots, 8 ounces sliced mushrooms, and 2 teaspoons minced garlic to the pot. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
3. Stir in 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 can diced tomatoes with juice, 2 cups beef broth, and 2 cups tomato juice.
4. Add 2 cups chopped potatoes, 1 cup frozen corn, and 1 cup frozen peas to the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cover the Dutch oven. Let it simmer for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the flavors meld.

Notes

• Use a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
• If fresh tomato juice is unavailable, V-8 or another vegetable juice can be used as a substitute.
• For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with plant-based crumbles and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• To freeze, cool the stew completely before placing it in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months.
• Thaw frozen stew in the refrigerator overnight before reheating on the stovetop until hot throughout.
• Adjust seasoning to taste towards the end of cooking, especially salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 700mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g