Rustic French Onion Hamburger Stew with Thyme
Equipment
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring often, until they turn golden and soft, about 20 minutes.
- Push the onions to one side of the pot. Add the ground beef and cook until it is browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant.
- Add the beef broth, dried thyme, diced potatoes, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat and cook for 25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Ladle into bowls and top with fresh thyme sprigs if using.
Notes
Caramelize the onions slowly over steady medium heat so they sweeten without burning. The stew thickens more as it sits, so add a splash of broth when reheating. Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to four days and freeze well in airtight containers.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Equipment: Large pot, Wooden spoon, Knife, Cutting board
Cuisine: French
Equipment: Large pot, Wooden spoon, Knife, Cutting board