Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup frozen peas
Equipment Needed
- Crock pot or slow cooker
- Large skillet (for browning the meat)
- Cooking spoon
- Chopping board and knife
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s jump into making this hearty stew! Start by browning the ground beef or turkey in a large skillet over medium heat. I find that taking this step adds an extra depth of flavor to my dish. Once it’s all browned and cooked through, I drain any excess grease and then toss it into my trusty crock pot. It already smells so good at this point! Now, we’ll add in all the chopped veggies: potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic. They’ll soak up all the flavors while cooking beautifully together. (See the next page below to continue steps…)