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Meatballs Stew

Meatballs Stew

This hearty stew features tender meatballs simmered with fresh vegetables and potatoes for a comforting meal. It is an easy one-pot dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground meat beef, lamb, or a mix

Stew

  • 1 onion peeled and minced
  • 1 cup tomatoes chopped
  • 2 green bell peppers seeded and chopped
  • 1 quart 4 cups water
  • 1 potato peeled and diced
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 slices toast

Instructions
 

  • Shape the ground meat into marble-sized balls and set them aside on a plate.
    Hands shaping raw ground meat
  • In a large pot or deep skillet, combine the onion, tomatoes, bell peppers, and water.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Carefully stir in the meatballs, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 30 minutes, until cooked through.
    Meatballs simmering in tomato broth
  • Add the diced potato and salt, and cook for about 10 minutes, until the potato is tender.
  • Ladle the stew into bowls and serve with the toast on the side.
Keyword Meatballs Stew