Here’s a simple, hearty slow cooker hamburger dinner recipe that’s easy to prep and perfect for a cozy meal:
Ingredients (4–6 servings)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (optional: can also use frozen)
- 3–4 carrots, sliced
- 1–2 cups frozen peas (added near the end)
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with onions and garlic until beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
- Combine in slow cooker: Transfer beef mixture to the slow cooker. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Add vegetables: Stir in potatoes and carrots.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
- Add peas: About 15 minutes before serving, stir in frozen peas and cook until heated through.
- Serve: Spoon onto plates and enjoy hot, optionally with bread or over rice.
💡 Tips for extra flavor:
- Use a splash of red wine in the slow cooker for depth.
- Sprinkle cheese on top just before serving for a comforting touch.
- For a thicker sauce, mix 1–2 tbsp cornstarch with a little water and stir in during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
If you want, I can give a version that cooks entirely in one slow cooker without browning the meat, which makes prep even faster. Do you want that version?
