Cozy Meatball Stew

Looking for quick and easy family-friendly dinner options? This cozy meatball stew is your answer! Packed with veggies and made in just one pot, it’s perfect for a weeknight meal that the whole family will love. Check out more recipes like this on epiceats! OnePotDinner FamilyFriendlyDinner EasyRecipes MeatballStew WeeknightMeals ComfortFood QuickDinner

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (or your choice of ground meat)

1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned preferred)

1 large egg

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

3 carrots, sliced

2 celery stalks, sliced

4 cups beef broth

1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

1 cup frozen peas

2 cups baby spinach

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended. Form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

Brown the Meatballs: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches and sear until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove them from the pot and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Combine the Ingredients: Pour in the beef broth and canned diced tomatoes (with juices). Bring to a simmer and stir in the meatballs.

Simmer the Stew: Cover and simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the meatballs to cook through.

Add Greens: Stir in the frozen peas and baby spinach. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the spinach has wilted.

Serve: Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy your cozy meatball stew with crusty bread or over rice!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 4-6