Description
Warm up your evenings with this comforting Meatball Stew, brimming with tender meatballs and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for chilly nights, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that brings friends and family together around the table. With rich flavors and a delightful aroma, this stew transforms any meal into a cozy gathering that feels like a warm hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until combined; avoid overmixing.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté carrots and celery for about five minutes until softened.
- Add canned tomatoes (with juice) and beef broth; stir well.
- Roll meat mixture into one-inch meatballs and gently place them into the stew. Simmer uncovered on low heat for 30–40 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir in oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper towards the end of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, brown the meatballs before adding them to the stew. - Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or spices like paprika.