Meatball and Potato Stew

Ingredients

For the meatballs:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

For the stew:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion (diced)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 4 medium potatoes (peeled and cubed)
• 2 carrots (sliced)
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the meatballs:

   • In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
   • Form into small meatballs and set aside.

2. Sear the meatballs:

   • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides (they don’t need to be fully cooked). Remove and set aside.

3. Cook the vegetables:

   • In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
   • Add potatoes and carrots, stirring to coat with the flavors.

4. Simmer the stew:

   • Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
   • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

5. Add meatballs:

   • Return the meatballs to the pot and simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the potatoes are tender.

6. Serve:

   • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.