How to Make Hamburger Stew with Brown Gravy - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a comforting, hearty stew to warm you up on a cold day. And when it comes to classic comfort food, few dishes can beat a homemade hamburger stew with brown gravy. This dish is a perfect blend of savory flavors, tender meat, and hearty vegetables, all simmered together in a rich and flavorful brown gravy. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 cups water, or as needed to cover
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 pounds ground beef
  • ⅔ cup water
  • 2 (1.2 ounce) packages dry brown gravy mix

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Place potatoes, onion, and garlic in a large pot. Add enough water to cover. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • While potatoes are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Add beef to the stew mixture; cook over medium heat for 15 minutes.
  • Combine 2/3 cup water and gravy mix in a small bowl. Stir into the stew very slowly. Let simmer until thickened, about 20 minutes more. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    286 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 71mg
    • Sodium: 347mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 562mg