This Ground Beef and Dumplings recipe is a warm, comforting meal featuring tender vegetables simmered in a rich beef gravy and topped with soft, fluffy dumplings. It’s an easy one-pot dinner that delivers classic homemade flavor, perfect for cozy nights or family meals.
Ingredients
For the beef mixture
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried rosemary
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
For the dumplings
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup milk
Instructions
1. Brown the beef
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Cook the vegetables
Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Simmer the stew
Pour in beef broth, then add thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes to develop flavor.
4. Thicken the sauce
Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for 2–3 minutes until the broth thickens into a rich gravy.
5. Prepare the dumplings
In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and mix gently until a soft dough forms.
6. Cook the dumplings
Drop spoonfuls of dough over the simmering beef mixture. Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 12–15 minutes until dumplings are fluffy and fully cooked.
7. Serve warm
Spoon into bowls and serve hot for a comforting homemade meal.
Nutrition Information (approx.)
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 4–6
- Calories: ~420 per serving
- Protein: ~25g
