Few dishes feel as comforting as a hearty stew simmering away while you go about your day. Slow Cooker Hamburger Stew is a delicious throwback to the kind of rustic, one-pot meals our parents and grandparents often made—practical, nourishing, and deeply satisfying. It combines humble pantry staples with the ease of slow cooking to create something that feels like a warm hug after a long day.
What makes this stew so special is its balance between nutrition and flavor. With protein-rich ground beef, wholesome root vegetables, and a tomato-based broth layered with herbs, it’s the kind of dish that fills your kitchen with rich aromas and your bowl with comfort. And unlike many slow cooker meals that require extra steps, this one’s a breeze: brown the beef, toss everything into the pot, and let time do the rest.
Ideal for busy weekdays, cold evenings, or even meal prep for the week, this stew works beautifully with crusty bread, rice, or a fresh green salad. Whether you’re feeding a family or enjoying leftovers solo, it’s a recipe that never fails to deliver both nourishment and satisfaction.
Slow Cooker Hamburger Stew
Servings: 6
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
2 potatoes, diced
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
2 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer cooked beef to a slow cooker.
- Add carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic to the cooker.
- Pour in diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, and beef broth.
- Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in frozen corn and peas.
- Once vegetables are fully cooked and stew is hot, taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve warm with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Nutritional and Dietary Notes
This stew offers a well-rounded meal with a good mix of protein from the beef, fiber from the vegetables, and complex carbohydrates from the potatoes. It’s naturally gluten-free if your broth and tomato products are certified as such. It can also be adjusted for low-sodium diets by using unsalted broth and low-sodium tomato sauce. The combination of peas and carrots adds a subtle sweetness and valuable vitamins, making this dish as nourishing as it is comforting.
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