Hamburger Stew - Handmade in the Heartland

Are there times of year where you feel more excited about being in the kitchen? I always feel like fall reinvigorates my desire to cook up something delicious for dinner. This hamburger stew is great because its simple, easy, has veggies in it and it screams comfort food. I love it on a cool day with some yummy rolls on the side. I mean lets be honest I could eat some sister Shubert rolls on the side of any dinner. 🙂

Hamburger Stew

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans crushed tomatoes
4 medium carrots, sliced thinly
2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
½ cup uncooked rice
1 teaspoon salt
1 tsp chili powder

Instructions

In a large pot cook beef and onions over medium heat until no longer pink, drain. Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes

Uncover; simmer 20-30 minutes longer or until thickened.

To Freeze:

Freeze in 5 cup portions for up to 3 months.

To cook after frozen: Thaw in fridge for 24 hours. Transfer to a saucepan; add 1 cup water and cook until hot and bubbly.