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Ground Beef and Dumplings – Hearty, Comforting & One-Pot Perfection

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This one-pot Ground Beef and Dumplings dish features savory ground beef in a rich gravy topped with fluffy, buttery dumplings. A cozy, satisfying meal made with pantry staples.

Ingredients

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For the beef base:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 2 carrots, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

  • 3 cups beef broth

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 1 cup frozen peas or green beans (optional)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the dumplings:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 2 tbsp cold butter

  • 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk

Instructions

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil and cook beef, onion, carrots, and garlic until browned.

  • Stir in flour, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Cook 1 minute.

  • Add broth and bring to simmer. Cook 10 minutes to thicken.

  • Add peas or green beans (optional).

  • In a bowl, mix dumpling ingredients until just combined.

  • Drop spoonfuls onto simmering beef mixture. Cover and cook 15–18 minutes.

  • Remove bay leaf, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

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