Easy Hamburger Stew Recipe with Crock Pot Option

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while bouillon cubes are a cost-effective substitute.

green beans

🥗Healthier: asparagus

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Asparagus is a healthier option, while frozen peas are often cheaper.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add ground beef or venison and cook until browned, breaking it apart, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain excess fat from the pot.

Add chopped onion, celery, and radishes; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add pumpkin puree, beef bone broth, and spinach; stir to combine.

Season with sea salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, parsley flakes, marjoram, and sage.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Simmer for 30-40 minutes, until vegetables are tender.

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