PASTA MEATBALL STEW

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Meet the Cook: Growing up on the farm, I participated in 4-H cooking club activities. Nowadays, I like to visit Mom, Dad and their varied animals...including a llama. -Pat Jelinek, Kitchener, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon canola oil
SAUCE:
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 bay leaf
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups sliced carrots
1-1/2 cups chopped zucchini
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 cups cooked pasta

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, crumbs, milk, mustard, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a Dutch oven over medium heat, brown meatballs in oil; drain and set aside. , In same pan, saute onion and garlic in oil until onion is tender. Whisk in flour. Gradually add broth, stirring constantly; bring to a boil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the tomatoes, paste, bay leaf, thyme and salt. Add meatballs and carrots; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes., Add zucchini and peppers; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add parsley and pasta; heat through. Remove bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 596mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

notdristaseriosly alexandra
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This stew is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty and flavorful, and it always hits the spot.


Eshan
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The meatballs are always a hit with my kids.


Mohammad Thooha
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This stew is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can throw it all in the slow cooker and come home to a hot and hearty meal.


Neha Jethwani
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the meatballs and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Rizwan jani Rizwanahmad
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This is a great recipe for a hearty and flavorful stew. The meatballs are moist and tender, and the sauce is rich and savory. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family.


Gilbert Bermea
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This stew was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The meatballs were tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Cloe Nelson
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meatballs are always a hit, and the sauce is so flavorful and hearty. I highly recommend this recipe!


deena chetty
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This is my new favorite stew recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The meatballs are always tender and juicy, and the sauce is always flavorful and hearty. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread.


Monish Akter
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I made this stew last night and it was delicious! The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was the perfect comfort food.


umar masood
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This pasta meatball stew was a hit with my family! The meatballs were tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and hearty. I'll definitely be making this again.