Hearty Meatball Stew

Submitted by KGCOOK

"I tried this one out of my crockpot book and DH has been asking for this at least twice per month. He loves it! I use the 93% beef because the less fat the better. The low salt and Lactose free milk are what I use, feel free to use what ever you like."

 

• Ready In: 6hrs 20mins
• Ingredients: 16
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 3 lbs 93% lean ground beef or 3 lbs ground turkey
• 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• 4 eggs
• 1⁄2 cup 2% low-fat milk
• 1⁄4 cup romano cheese, grated
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups beef broth, low salt
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 cup carrot, chopped fine
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup celery, chopped
• 1 tablespoon italian seasoning

directions

1. Combine beef, bread crumbs, eggs, milk, cheese, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
2. Mix well.
3. Form into 2 inch round balls.
4. Heat oil in skillet over medium high heat until hot.
5. Brown meatballs on all sides.
6. Add remaining ingredients to 5 or 6 quart crock-pot or slow cooker and stir well.
7. Add meatballs to crock-pot and mix gently to coat meatballs.
8. Cover and cook on low 4 to 6 hours or on high 2 to 4 hours.
9. Serve on top of spaghetti or serve just plain with extra cheese sprinkle on top and garlic bread.

Reviews

[Deely]

This recipe is definitely kid friendly! The grandkids liked it so much that they asked for the recipe...and that's a first! I halved the recipe with no problems and used freshly grated romano cheese. Thank you posting a real winner for both my household and my daughters KGCook.<br/>Made for cookathon at kittencalskitchen.

 

[Gerry]

The kitchen was filled with a wonderful aroma all day as it simmered. Used lean ground beef and made as posted. The seasonings and the combination of vegetables were just right for our tastes - it is our kind of recipe. Served this with toasted garlic bread and a green salad. Thank you for sharing - it's one I will be making again - and again.