Yummy Meatball Stew
Cozy up with a bowl of hearty, homemade Yummy Meatball Stew, a comforting recipe that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful. Packed with tender, parmesan-infused meatballs and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes, this stew is simmered to perfection in a rich, tomato-infused beef broth enhanced with aromatic bay leaf and thyme. The addition of frozen peas adds a pop of color and sweetness, while fresh parsley brightens the dish with a final flourish. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for weeknight dinners or chilly evenings. Serve it with crusty bread or ladle it over rice for a meal that feels like a warm hug in every bite. Ideal for those seeking easy comfort food recipes with a classic twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 2 stalks celery stalks (chopped)
- 3 medium potatoes (diced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Working in batches, brown the meatballs on all sides until lightly golden. Remove meatballs and set aside.
In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the diced onion, sliced carrots, and chopped celery for about 5 minutes, until vegetables soften.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
Add the beef broth, diced potatoes, bay leaf, and dried thyme. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Return the meatballs to the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas to the stew.
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.2 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.0 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 601 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 8564 mg | 372% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.8 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 152.0 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 903 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 21.8 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 4038 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
