ellen's pantry stew

Name: Ellen's Pantry Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 4 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound(s) lean ground beef; 3 pound(s) baby Yukon potatoes, cut in half; 1/2 cup(s) chopped celery; 1/2 cup(s) chopped green pepper; 1/2 cup(s) chopped onion; 2 or 3 clove(s) garlic, chopped; 1 teaspoon(s) salt; 1/4 teaspoon(s) black pepper; 1 or 2 beef bouillon cubes; 1 package(s) Hidden Valley ranch seasoning; 1 tablespoon(s) Worcestershire sauce; 1 can(s) diced tomatoes with juice

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Ellen Gwaltney Bales

Indianapolis, IN

Updated on Sep 9, 2024

This recipe came about because I had a number of ingredients on hand with no specific plans for them, so I decided to invent something new. I also had a new slow cooker that I wanted to try out.

Rate

prep time 20 Min

cook time 4 Hr

method Slow Cooker Crock Pot

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
3 pounds baby Yukon potatoes, cut in half
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 or 3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 or 2 beef bouillon cubes
1 package Hidden Valley ranch seasoning
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 can diced tomatoes with juice

How To Make ellen's pantry stew

Step 1

In a large skillet, brown the beef over medium heat, stirring frequently. Pour off the grease and add the meat to a slow cooker.

Step 2

Add the potatoes, celery, green pepper, onion, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir.
Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the bouillon cubes, a small amount of hot water, the ranch dressing mix, and Worcestershire sauce. Add to the slow cooker.
Step 4

Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
Step 5

Add the tomatoes to the mixture and stir thoroughly.
Step 6

Serve while hot and enjoy!
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