Directions In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, carrots, celery, potatoes, water, rice, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables and rice are tender. Uncover; simmer 20-30 minutes longer or until thickened. Freeze in 3-cup portions for up to 3 months. To use frozen stew: Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Transfer to a saucepan; add water. Cook until hot and bubbly. Yield: about 5 batches (15 cups total). Originally published as Hamburger Stew in Quick Cooking November/December 2003, p52 Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 165 calories, 6 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 30 mg cholesterol, 584 mg sodium, 16 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 12 g protein. Print Add to Recipe Box Email a Friend