Verde Farms Hearty Vegetable Beef Stew

Brown the Ground Beef:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the Verde Farms 80/20 Ground Beef over medium heat until browned. Break it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess fat and set aside.

Sauté the Aromatics:

1. In the same pot, add the diced celery, carrots, and minced fresh garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened and fragrant.

Build the Stew Base:

1. Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to combine.
2. Add the diced tomatoes (with juice), green beans, corn (with juice), and the browned ground beef to the pot. Stir to combine.

Add Liquids:

1. Pour in the V8 drink and beef broth, stirring to mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Simmer the Stew:

1. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the carrots and celery are tender, and the flavors have melded together.

Taste and Adjust:

1. Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.

Serve:

1. Ladle the hearty stew into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread or a side of your choice.