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Quick Beef Stew

Name: Quick Beef Stew
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 5 medium red potatoes, cubed; 2 cups water; 2 pounds ground beef; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained; 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

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Total Time

Prep: 35 min. Cook: 20 min.

Makes

12 servings

Updated: Jan. 13, 2023

This recipe deliciously proves savory stews don't have to simmer for hours.—Laura McCormick, Lebanon, Missouri

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Ingredients

5 medium red potatoes, cubed
2 cups water
2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Place the potatoes and water in a microwave-safe dish; microwave on high until almost tender, about 7-9 minutes. Set aside (do not drain).
In a 3-qt. microwave-safe dish, cook beef and onion on medium until beef is browned, about 8 minutes; drain. Add potatoes and remaining ingredients. Cover and microwave on medium for 12 minutes or until potatoes are tender and vegetables are heated through.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 195 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 391mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 16g protein.

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