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Hearty Meatball Stew: A Comforting Recipe You’ll Love!

A comforting and hearty meatball stew that combines ground beef and Italian sausage with fresh vegetables and flavorful broth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the meatballs and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and red pepper flakes, if using. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Return the meatballs to the pot and let the stew simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and the flavors meld together.
  6. Stir in the frozen peas and chopped kale or spinach. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the greens are wilted and heated through.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the stew.
  • Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner meatball option, and use whole wheat breadcrumbs for added fiber.

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