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Ground Beef and Dumplings

Ground Beef and Dumplings: Easy One-Pot Comfort Food Recipe for the Whole Family


  • Author: Freya Allen
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Description

Ground Beef and Dumplings is a classic one‑pot comfort dish that blends seasoned smoked beef with light, fluffy dumplings simmered in a rich beef broth. This easy recipe uses pantry staples like onion, garlic, thyme, parsley, flour, baking powder, milk and butter to create a hearty meal ready in 30 minutes. Perfect for chilly evenings, it serves four and delivers satisfying flavors without extra dishes, making it ideal for busy families seeking a warm, homemade dinner. Enjoy your cozy bowl today


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon parsley

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat until fully cooked.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
  3. Pour in beef broth, stir in thyme and parsley, and bring to a simmer.
  4. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and butter to form a soft dough.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering broth.
  6. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes until dumplings are puffed and cooked through.
  7. Taste, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor
  • brown the ground beef until it develops a slight crust before adding the broth. You can add vegetables like carrots or peas during the simmering stage for added nutrition and color.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One-Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg

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