Root Stew

Name: Root Stew
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 onion, chopped; 4 stalks celery, chopped; ¾ cup ketchup; 7 cups water; ½ cup baby carrots; 1 small rutabaga, chopped; 4 large potatoes, chopped; 1 small head cabbage, finely chopped

Rating: 4 stars

10 Ratings
9 Reviews

My Dad used to make this when I was a kid. The ketchup sounds strange, but it gives this recipe it's marvelous flavor. Even the kids will eat these vegetables!

By SHERYL

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Recipe Summary

Servings:

Yield:

6 to 8 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 7 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped
¾ cup ketchup
7 cups water
½ cup baby carrots
1 small rutabaga, chopped
4 large potatoes, chopped
1 small head cabbage, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

Combine hamburger, onion, and celery in a stock pot. Cook and stir over medium heat until the meat is browned. Drain excess grease.

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Step 2

Stir in ketchup, water, baby carrots, rutabaga and potatoes. Bring to boil, then simmer on low heat for 20 minutes.
Step 3

Mix in chopped cabbage. Simmer an additional 30 to 45 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

407 calories; protein 18.2g 36% DV; carbohydrates 54.3g 18% DV; fat 13.9g 21% DV; cholesterol 48.6mg 16% DV; sodium 393.4mg 16% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (9)

Most helpful positive review

POOHFLUF

03/20/2003

I thought I would try something totally different for the first time and I picked this recipe. It was absolutely wonderful!! The flavor was fabulous and Rutabega's are not on my hate list anymore. Please give this recipe a try you will like it! Read More

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Marianne

12/02/2002

Whoever said this recipe makes 6 to 8 servings must have been joking. It nearly filled my 5 quart dutch oven! I also thought it was odd that this recipe didn't call for any salt or pepper. I added some anyway but it didn't help much. It was still pretty bland. I won't make this one again! Read More

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(4)

10 Ratings

5 star values: 4
4 star values: 4
3 star values: 0
2 star values: 2
1 star values: 0

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POOHFLUF

03/20/2003

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ginger

02/12/2009

After reading the reviews I added extra herbs V8 juice and some chicken soup base. It was definitely not bland. I thought it was delicious and healthy and plan to make it often. Read More

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(6)

DIANNE_WEBER

12/14/2010

When made with a can of tomato juice instead of the water this is AMAZING. I've made it several times. I use a bag of coleslaw mix instead of grating cabbage. So convenient! Read More

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(6)

GRYFFON

02/03/2003

Very easy and tasty recipe. It was a little bland at first but adding salt and pepper spiced it up very nicely. Read More

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(4)

Marianne

12/02/2002

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mjk226

11/22/2010

Don't be put off by the 'interesting' combination of ingredients. It was pretty tasty and very filling. I did add worcestershire salt pepper and grill seasoning as well as a little more ketchup and less water. This was a great way to use up our farm share this week. Makes enough to feed about 10 though. Read More

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Eliza

02/16/2011

Oddly enough we liked this dinner. It didn't smell the best while cooking but it tasted good. I did add my spices to our preference but otherwise followed the recipe. Read More

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QASIMARA

10/12/2011

I think it may taste better as left overs. Flavor was not as bland as I had expected but 4.5 stars is a little for a bunch of vegetables in a pot. Read More

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Hillary Niemi

02/05/2018

I was worried about flavor before reading the other reviews and subbed beef stock for most of the water and seasoned with black pepper and garlic salt in my bowl. I was really surprised by the flavor the ketchup gave it! I will make again it is a solid base and the cook times are right. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Root Stew

Servings Per Recipe: 7
Calories: 406.9

% Daily Value *

protein: 36 %

carbohydrates: 18 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 35 %

sugars:

fat: 21 %

saturated fat: 28 %

cholesterol: 16 %

vitamin a iu: 33 %

niacin equivalents: 76 %

vitamin b6: 64 %

vitamin c: 153 %

folate: 26 %

calcium: 10 %

iron: 21 %

magnesium: 32 %

potassium: 43 %

sodium: 16 %

thiamin: 34 %

calories from fat:

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percent of calories from protein:

percent of calories from sat fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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POOHFLUF

03/20/2003

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ginger

02/12/2009

After reading the reviews I added extra herbs V8 juice and some chicken soup base. It was definitely not bland. I thought it was delicious and healthy and plan to make it often.

Helpful

(6)

DIANNE_WEBER

12/14/2010

When made with a can of tomato juice instead of the water this is AMAZING. I've made it several times. I use a bag of coleslaw mix instead of grating cabbage. So convenient!

Helpful

(6)

GRYFFON

02/03/2003

Very easy and tasty recipe. It was a little bland at first but adding salt and pepper spiced it up very nicely.

Helpful

(4)

Marianne

12/02/2002

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(4)

mjk226

11/22/2010

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(3)

Eliza

02/16/2011

Oddly enough we liked this dinner. It didn't smell the best while cooking but it tasted good. I did add my spices to our preference but otherwise followed the recipe.

Helpful

(3)

QASIMARA

10/12/2011

I think it may taste better as left overs. Flavor was not as bland as I had expected but 4.5 stars is a little for a bunch of vegetables in a pot.

Helpful

(3)

Hillary Niemi

02/05/2018

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