Hearty Ground Beef and Vegetable Stew

This hearty ground beef and vegetable stew is packed with flavors and nutrients. It's a perfect one-pot meal for those cold winter nights. Made with tender ground beef, a variety of colorful vegetables, and savory herbs, this stew is sure to warm you up and satisfy your taste buds. It's easy to make and can be ready in under an hour. Serve this delicious stew with crusty bread or over a bed of fluffy rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add the diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
3. Add the carrots and potatoes to the pot and cook for a few minutes, until slightly softened.
4. Return the browned ground beef to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Pour in the diced tomatoes and beef broth. Stir in the dried thyme and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the vegetables to become tender.
7. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
8. Serve the ground beef and vegetable stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley, if desired.

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