Hearty Meatball Stew

Get ready to cozy up with a bowl of homemade comfort—this Hearty Meatball Stew is the ultimate one-pot meal that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful. Tucked into a rich, savory broth are tender, perfectly seasoned meatballs made from a blend of ground beef, pork, Parmesan, and garlic, simmered alongside chunks of potatoes, carrots, celery, and aromatic herbs. Infused with layers of flavor from tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of bay leaf, this rustic stew is a warming classic that’s perfect for family dinners or chilly nights. Ready in just over an hour and generously serving six, it’s a wholesome, crowd-pleasing dish that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side salad. Perfect for fans of hearty soups, this recipe is a go-to for those seeking comfort food with a gourmet twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large Egg
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 3 medium Carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
• 2 large Potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 6 cups Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 Bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, 2 minced garlic cloves, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated.

Step 2

Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set them aside on a plate.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, turning them to sear all sides. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the remaining minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the potatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaf. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Return the meatballs to the pot, nestling them into the stew. Cover the pot and let simmer over low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the meatballs are cooked through.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and discard. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3399.4 grams (3399.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3082

Total Fat 176.70g	227%
Saturated Fat 62.40g	312%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 765mg	255%
Sodium 9928mg	432%
Total Carbohydrate 198.60g	72%
Dietary Fiber 22.30g	80%
Total Sugars 31.60g
Protein 187.90g	376%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 752mg	58%
Iron 22mg	124%
Potassium 6131mg	130%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.7%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 25.3%