Poor Man’s Stew but I feel so rich eating it

Poor Man’s Stew 

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (or substitute with turkey)
• 4 medium potatoes, diced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup beef broth (or water + 1 bouillon cube)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

1. Brown the beef:
   Heat oil in a pot. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add onion & garlic:
   Stir in chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
3. Add vegetables:
   Add diced potatoes and sliced carrots and mix well.
4. Add tomatoes & broth:
   Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth.
5. Season:
   Add paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together.
6. Simmer:
   Bring to a boil, then lower heat, cover, and simmer for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes and carrots are tender.
7. Adjust seasoning:
   Add more salt, pepper, or broth if needed.
8. Serve:
   Enjoy warm with bread, rice, or on its own.

Tips

• Add peas or corn for extra veggies.
• For a thicker stew, mash a few cooked potatoes and stir in.
• Use canned potatoes/carrots for a faster version.