Description
A comforting and hearty meatball stew made with ground beef and pork, vegetables, and flavorful herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced carrots and diced celery to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well and form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Add the meatballs to the pot and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and beef broth, then add the diced potatoes and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- After 30 minutes, stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a healthier version, substitute ground turkey for the beef and pork.
- Add your favorite vegetables like green beans or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg