{"id":351,"date":"2026-03-22T20:44:13","date_gmt":"2026-03-22T20:44:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=351"},"modified":"2026-03-22T20:44:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-22T20:44:13","slug":"cozy-ground-beef-dumplings-comfort-food-classic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=351","title":{"rendered":"Cozy Ground Beef &amp; Dumplings (Comfort Food Classic)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6334.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6334.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6334-240x300.jpeg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>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\u2019s an easy one-pot dinner that delivers classic homemade flavor, perfect for cozy nights or family meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the beef mixture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 lb lean ground beef<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 medium onion, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 carrots, diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 celery stalks, diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 cups low-sodium beef broth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp dried thyme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp dried rosemary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salt and black pepper to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the dumplings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1\u00bd cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tsp baking powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00be cup milk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Brown the beef<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Cook the vegetables<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5\u20137 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Simmer the stew<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Thicken the sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for 2\u20133 minutes until the broth thickens into a rich gravy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Prepare the dumplings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and mix gently until a soft dough forms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Cook the dumplings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drop spoonfuls of dough over the simmering beef mixture. Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 12\u201315 minutes until dumplings are fluffy and fully cooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. Serve warm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spoon into bowls and serve hot for a comforting homemade meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nutrition Information (approx.)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prep Time: 15 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook Time: 35 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total Time: 50 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Servings: 4\u20136<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calories: ~420 per serving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protein: ~25g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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\u2019s an easy one-pot dinner that delivers classic homemade flavor, perfect for cozy nights or family meals. Ingredients For the beef mixture For the dumplings Instructions 1. 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