Hearty Ground Beef and Dumplings for Cozy Nights In

Enjoy Ground Beef and Dumplings, a comforting one-pot meal perfect for busy family dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 480

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef Base

1 pound Ground Beef Choose lean for less grease or 80/20 for extra flavor.
1 medium Onion Chopped, adds depth and sweetness.
2 cloves Garlic Minced, enhances the savory profile.
3 cups Beef Broth Crucial for enriching flavor.
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Adds umami.
2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Thickens the broth.

For the Dumplings

½ cup Milk Gives creaminess; can use non-dairy.
2 teaspoons Baking Powder Essential for light dumplings.
½ teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.
2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness; can substitute with oil.

Equipment

Dutch oven
Mixing bowl
wooden spoon

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Brown the ground beef in a pot over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes.
Add onion and garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Sprinkle flour over the beef mixture and cook for another minute.
Gradually pour in beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
Stir in Worcestershire sauce and simmer for 10 minutes, uncovered.
In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and melted butter until combined.
Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter over the filling, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes.
Serve in bowls, ensuring each portion has beef and dumplings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing the dumpling batter and do not lift the lid while cooking.

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