Hearty Winter Hotpot
Warm up your chilly evenings with this Hearty Winter Hotpot, a comforting blend of robust flavors and nourishing ingredients. This stew combines tender ground beef with savory vegetables like onions, carrots, and potatoes, all simmered to perfection. The addition of baked beans brings a delightful creaminess, while Worcestershire sauce infuses a rich depth of flavor. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, this hotpot is not just a meal—it's an experience that warms both body and soul during the cold weather months.
5
Servings
260
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
onions
2 (cut into 8 wedges)
carrots
10 ounces (roughly chopped)
potatoes
2 1/4 lbs (cut into large chunks)
lean ground beef
1 lb (browned in a pan)
beef bouillon cubes
2 (crumbled)
baked beans
1 (14 ounce) can (added directly)
Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon (added for flavor)
Instructions
1
Begin by preparing your vegetables: cut each onion into 8 wedges, roughly chop the carrots, and cut the potatoes into large chunks.
2
Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring constantly, until it is evenly browned.
3
Once the beef is browned, crumble in the beef bouillon cubes and mix well to combine with the meat.
4
Incorporate the chopped vegetables into the meat mixture, ensuring they are well distributed. Carefully pour in 3 3/4 cups of boiling water from the kettle.
5
Bring the pot to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables become tender.
6
After the vegetables are tender, stir in the baked beans and Worcestershire sauce. Allow the hotpot to heat through, then taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
7
Ladle the hotpot into bowls and serve hot, enjoying the hearty flavors with friends and family.
Nutrition Information
10
Fat
32
Carbs
12
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hearty Winter Hotpot?
It is a comforting stew combining tender ground beef with savory vegetables like onions, carrots, and potatoes, simmered with baked beans and Worcestershire sauce.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe is designed to yield 5 servings.
What are the primary ingredients for this hotpot?
The main ingredients are onions, carrots, potatoes, lean ground beef, beef bouillon cubes, baked beans, and Worcestershire sauce.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 260 calories.
How much ground beef is required?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of lean ground beef.
How should the onions be prepared?
Each onion should be cut into 8 wedges.
How much carrot is needed?
You will need 10 ounces of carrots, which should be roughly chopped.
What is the total weight of potatoes used?
The recipe requires 2 1/4 lbs of potatoes, cut into large chunks.
How many beef bouillon cubes are needed?
Two beef bouillon cubes are used to enhance the flavor of the meat.
When do I add the baked beans?
The baked beans are stirred in after the vegetables have become tender, near the end of the cooking process.
How much Worcestershire sauce is used for seasoning?
One tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce is added for a rich depth of flavor.
What is the first step in preparing the vegetables?
Begin by cutting the onions into wedges, chopping the carrots, and chunking the potatoes.
How long should the ground beef be cooked?
The beef should be stirred constantly in a large non-stick pan until it is evenly browned.
How much water is added to the pot?
Carefully pour in 3 3/4 cups of boiling water from a kettle.
What is the simmer time for the vegetables?
The pot should simmer covered for 25-30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
What should I do after the vegetables are tender?
Stir in the baked beans and Worcestershire sauce and allow the mixture to heat through.
How much fat is in a single serving?
There are 10 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content of this meal?
Each serving contains 32 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in the Hearty Winter Hotpot?
There are 12 grams of protein per serving.
Is this recipe considered difficult?
No, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for family meals.
What tags describe this dish?
Tags include hotpot, stew, winter, comfort food, beef, and easy recipe.
What heat setting should be used for browning the beef?
The beef should be cooked over medium-high heat.
What should I do after bringing the pot to a rolling boil?
Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot to let it simmer.
Can the seasoning be adjusted?
Yes, once heated through, you should taste the hotpot and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
What size should the potatoes be cut into?
The potatoes should be cut into large chunks.
What type of pan is recommended for browning the beef?
A large non-stick pan is recommended.
Is the sodium content provided in the recipe data?
No, the sodium content is not specified in the current nutritional information.
What brings the creaminess to this stew?
The addition of a 14-ounce can of baked beans provides a delightful creaminess.
What is the primary category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as a Stew.
How should the hotpot be served?
Ladle the hotpot into bowls and serve it hot to enjoy the robust flavors.