Hearty Italian Meatball Stew

Serves: 4 Save

Ingredients (24)

  • FOR THE MEATBALLS:
  • 1/4-1/2 cup milk
  • 2-3 slices bread (crust removed)
  • 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 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
  • FOR THE STEW MIXTURE:
  • 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
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 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

Directions

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