This ground beef stew is perfect for a cold night in. When you want a low-maintenance dinner, you’ll find yourself coming back to this recipe.

Ingredient :

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, undrained
• 8 medium carrots, thinly sliced
• 4 celery ribs, thinly sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
• 3 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper

Directions :

1. In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Add the tomatoes, carrots, celery, potatoes, water, rice, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until vegetables and rice are tender.
2. Uncover; simmer 20-30 minutes longer or until thickened to desired consistency.