Description
Meatball Stew is a cozy, heartwarming dish that brings together tender meatballs, vibrant vegetables, and a savory broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this stew is not only easy to prepare but also allows you to customize ingredients based on what you have at home. Each spoonful warms the soul and evokes cherished memories of family gatherings and laughter. It’s more than just a meal; it’s an experience that transforms your kitchen into a haven of delightful aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 2 medium waxy potatoes, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the meatballs until browned on all sides, around 5 minutes; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté the carrots and potatoes for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add diced tomatoes and beef broth; bring to a gentle boil while scraping up any brown bits from the pan.
- Return meatballs to the pot along with basil and oregano; cover and simmer for about 30 minutes until everything is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg