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Ground Beef and Dumplings recipe

Beef Dumpling Stew

  • Author: Navy Sinclair
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A warm, comforting stew brimming with tender ground beef, hearty vegetables, and fluffy dumplings. Perfect for chilly evenings or family dinners, this classic dish offers flavor, tradition, and the kind of comfort that makes everyone feel at home.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 4 medium carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 2 cups frozen peas
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (for dumplings)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for dumplings)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any extra fat.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the beef, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and aromatic.
  3. Pour in beef broth, then add sliced carrots and cubed potatoes. Season with thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Lower the heat, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  5. While the stew simmers, prepare dumplings: mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Make a well in the center, pour in milk and melted butter, and stir until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter onto the simmering stew. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until dumplings are puffed and cooked through.
  7. Stir in frozen peas, cooking for 2-3 minutes until heated through, then serve warm.

Notes

For deeper flavor, brown the beef with a splash of Worcestershire sauce before adding broth. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat with a little extra broth if needed.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: beef stew, dumplings, comfort food, hearty dinner, family recipe

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