Description
Warm up your evenings with this comforting Hearty Meatball Stew. Tender meatballs simmer in a rich, savory broth alongside vibrant vegetables like carrots and Yukon Gold potatoes. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for chilly nights or meal prep, promising smiles and satisfaction at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the meatballs: In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper until combined. Form into small balls (about 2 inches in diameter).
- Brown the meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until golden brown on all sides (about 5 minutes). Remove from pot.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same pot, add sliced carrots and cubed potatoes. Sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add liquids: Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes; stir well while scraping the bottom of the pot.
- Combine: Return meatballs to the pot, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg