Best 7 Hearty Meatball And Vegetable Stew ThatÂs Almost A Stew Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting goodness of a hearty meatball and vegetable stew that strikes the perfect balance between a savory meatball dish and a nutritious vegetable stew. This delectable recipe combines the best of both worlds, featuring tender and flavorful meatballs nestled amidst an array of colorful vegetables, all simmering harmoniously in a rich and flavorful broth. You'll find detailed instructions for crafting the perfect meatballs, using a combination of ground beef and pork for a juicy and flavorful result. The vegetable medley includes carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes, all contributing their unique flavors and textures to the stew. Discover the secrets to creating a velvety and flavorful broth, utilizing pantry staples like tomato paste, red wine, and beef broth. As an added bonus, this article also includes three additional tantalizing recipes that are sure to satisfy your cravings for meatball-based dishes: a hearty meatball soup, a comforting slow-cooker meatball and vegetable soup, and a flavorful turkey meatball soup. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEATBALL STEW



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Many years ago, the Farm Journal published a recipe that became the "jumping-off point" for my version. It's as colorful as it is delicious. I often serve it over wide egg noodles or atop steamed rice-but it's also good just as it is.-Savilla Zook, Seabrook, Maryland.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef broth, undiluted
4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
4 medium carrots, diced
1 jar (16 ounces) whole onions, drained
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, chopped onion, salt, marjoram and thyme. Crumble beef over the top and mix well. Shape into 24 meatballs. Heat oil in a Dutch oven. Brown meatballs in batches; drain. , Add the soup, broth, potatoes, carrots and whole onions. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 895mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

TURKEY MEATBALL STEW



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A one-pot comfort food stew with a rich, savory broth, and loaded with fresh veggies and tender turkey meatballs.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

cooking spray
1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
1 cup fresh bread crumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 cup peeled, chopped carrots
1 cup frozen peas
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Coat a wire rack with nonstick cooking spray, set on prepared baking sheet, and set aside.
  • Combine ground turkey, bread crumbs, egg, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Using a 2-teaspoon cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the baking rack.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, chicken broth, potatoes, carrots, peas, basil, and red pepper flakes; stir until well combined. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, uncovered, until potatoes and carrots are cooked and the broth has somewhat reduced, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Stir in meatballs and simmer until heated through, 5 to 7 minutes. Season stew with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 89 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 633.4 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

MEATBALL AND VEGETABLE STEW



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This made-from-scratch meatball and vegetable stew is flavor-filled and makes for a wonderful family supper.

Provided by Judy

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 24

vegetable cooking spray
1 ½ pounds ground beef
½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup bread crumbs
1 large egg
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup sliced celery
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups beef broth, or more as needed
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
2 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
1 cup cubed carrots
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Combine beef, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, egg, basil, parsley, garlic powder, and kosher salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix all ingredients with your hands until well blended.
  • Portion meatballs using a small 1- to 1 1/2-ounce ice cream scoop. Shape into balls using your hands and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and no longer pink in the centers, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add celery, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes. Stir in salt and pepper. Sprinkle flour over top and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Stir in beef broth and tomato paste until gravy is smooth. Add peas, potatoes, carrots, Worcestershire, thyme, and bay leaf, along with meatballs. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 80.9 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 1269.2 mg, Sugar 7 g

VEGETABLE MEATBALL STEW



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Meet the Cook: People who try this comment on how much they love the sweet potatoes. But they can never quite seem to pinpoint my "secret ingredient" - the parsnips! -Elaine Grose, Elmira, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 cups water
2 medium peeled potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium carrots, cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1 large onion, cut into eighths
2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound ground beef
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch slices
1 cup frozen peas
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold water
1/4 teaspoon browning sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven or soup kettle, bring water to boil. Add potatoes, carrots, onion and seasonings; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, egg and Worcestershire sauce. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. , Shape into 1-in. balls; add to Dutch oven along with sweet potatoes and parsnips. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. , Discard bay leaf. Stir in peas. Combine flour, cold water and browning sauce if desired until smooth; gradually stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts :

HEARTY ITALIAN MEATBALL STEW



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This Delicious Hearty Meatball Stew is made with the perfect meatballs in a rich tomato sauce filled with potatoes, carrots & spices. So good!

Provided by Rosemary Molloy

Categories     Main Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/4-1/2 cup milk ((62-122 grams))
2-3 slices bread (crust removed)
1 pound ground beef (80% lean) ((1/2 kilo))
2 large eggs
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese ((50 grams))
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1-2 cloves garlic (minced)
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 shallot or small onion chopped
1-2 cloves garlic (minced)
4 medium potatoes (cubed medium/large)
2 medium carrots (chopped)
2 1/4 cups tomato puree (passata) ((500 grams))
3/4 cup water ((177 grams))
1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt
1-2 dashes black pepper or hot pepper flakes
1/2-1 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon fresh parsley minced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl soak the bread in the milk for about 5 minutes, then squeeze out moisture and crumple into small bits.
  • In a medium bowl combine the bread with ground beef, eggs, parmesan and spices gently mix to combine well (I use my clean hands, its the best way to do it). Form into small balls ( a little smaller than the size of a golf ball). In a medium frying pan on medium heat, add the olive oil and the meatballs, brown them on all sides. Remove to a clean plate.
  • In a large pot add the oil, garlic and chopped shallot (or small onion), cook on medium heat until transparent 1-2 minutes. Then add the carrots, potatoes, tomato puree, water and spices, mix together, then add the meatballs, and gently stir to combine.
  • Bring to a boil, then lower the heat, place the lid on the pot but don't completely cover, continue to cook on low heat until thickened about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760 kcal, Carbohydrate 64 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Sodium 897 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HEARTY MEATBALL STEW



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 slice white sandwich bread, torn into small pieces
8 ounces 20-percent-fat ground beef (about 8 ounces)
2 sweet mild Italian sausages, casings removed
One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 egg
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, sliced (about 1 cup)
1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch strips
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound large white mushrooms, quartered
One 8 to 10-ounce russet potato, peeled, halved lengthwise and sliced into 1/3-inch slices
4 ounces green beans, trimmed, cut into 1-inch-long pieces

Steps:

  • For the meatballs: Place the bread and 3 tablespoons water into a medium bowl. Mash to a paste with a spatula. Add the beef, sausage, egg, parsley, salt and pepper. Blend the mixture thoroughly with your hands or a flexible spatula. Form the mixture into 10 to 16 meatballs. Arrange the meatballs on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet until ready to use.
  • For the hearty meatball stew: Sprinkle the meatballs with the flour and turn to coat with any flour still on the foil. Heat a large heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat for 1 minute. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Drop the meatballs into the skillet, spaced apart. Cook until the bottoms are set and brown, about 2 minutes. Using a flexible thin spatula, turn each meatball onto an uncooked side and cook until the bottoms are set and brown, about 2 minutes longer. Turn and cook a third side, until set and brown, about another 2 minutes, so the meatballs are browned and set all over. Transfer the meatballs to a large plate.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, peppers, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Cook until soft, 4 minutes. Add the mushrooms and the remaining salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms have softened, about 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, beans, tomatoes, red pepper flakes and broth. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan and cook until the potatoes are tender and the meatballs are cooked through, about 20 minutes.

HEARTY MEATBALL VEGETABLE STEW



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We have a fabulous little cafe here in Hermitage, just outside Nashville, TN called Cafe Bosna. The owner/chef makes the most awesome homemade soups! Ever since I tasted her cooking, I've been inspired to take my cooking skills to new heights! I created one over the weekend that I think she'd actually be proud of. If you're...

Provided by Jenn Visser

Categories     Soups

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 Tbsp olive oil
4 clove garlic
1 large onion
1 c chopped carrots
1 c chopped celery
1 tsp thyme, dried (or 1-2 tb fresh)
4 c beef broth
1 pkg frozen meatballs (or fresh if you've got time)
1/2 head of cabbage, chopped
1 can(s) crushed tomatoes (14 oz)
1 can(s) tomato paste
1/2 c red wine, dry (you can add up to a cup if you like)
2 bay leaves
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp sugar
pinch salt & pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the olive oil on medium heat in a stock pot, then add garlic and onion. Sautee until onion is translucent.
  • 2. Next add carrots, celery, and thyme and continue sauteing until veggies are almost tender.
  • 3. Add all remaining ingredients and allow to simmer for at least 20 minutes on med-low heat. (If you have time to simmer longer, the flavor will be much stronger.)
  • 4. Serve with a little bit of grated parmesan or pecorino romano cheese on top, and add some crusty garlic bread on the side to complete you meal!

Tips:

  • Use lean ground beef. This will help to reduce the amount of fat in the stew.
  • Choose a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and nutrients to the stew. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and green beans.
  • Use a flavorful broth. This will help to give the stew a rich flavor. You can use beef broth, chicken broth, or vegetable broth.
  • Season the stew well. This will help to bring out the flavors of the meat and vegetables. Some good seasonings to use include salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 30 minutes. This will help to tenderize the meat and vegetables and allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the stew with a side of bread or rice. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

This hearty meatball and vegetable stew is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover ground beef and vegetables. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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