HEARTY MEATBALL VEGETABLE STEW

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We have a fabulous little cafe here in Hermitage, just outside Nashville, TN called Cafe Bosna. The owner/chef makes the most awesome homemade soups! Ever since I tasted her cooking, I've been inspired to take my cooking skills to new heights! I created one over the weekend that I think she'd actually be proud of. If you're...

Provided by Jenn Visser

Categories     Soups

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 Tbsp olive oil
4 clove garlic
1 large onion
1 c chopped carrots
1 c chopped celery
1 tsp thyme, dried (or 1-2 tb fresh)
4 c beef broth
1 pkg frozen meatballs (or fresh if you've got time)
1/2 head of cabbage, chopped
1 can(s) crushed tomatoes (14 oz)
1 can(s) tomato paste
1/2 c red wine, dry (you can add up to a cup if you like)
2 bay leaves
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp sugar
pinch salt & pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the olive oil on medium heat in a stock pot, then add garlic and onion. Sautee until onion is translucent.
  • 2. Next add carrots, celery, and thyme and continue sauteing until veggies are almost tender.
  • 3. Add all remaining ingredients and allow to simmer for at least 20 minutes on med-low heat. (If you have time to simmer longer, the flavor will be much stronger.)
  • 4. Serve with a little bit of grated parmesan or pecorino romano cheese on top, and add some crusty garlic bread on the side to complete you meal!

Sessi Samuel
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This stew is a winner! The meatballs are moist and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Rochelle Davis
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This stew is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Ahmad Adil
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I've been making this stew for years and it's always a hit. The meatballs are so easy to make and the vegetables are always cooked perfectly. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Pinidiya Malshani
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This stew is perfect for a winter night. It's hearty and filling, and the meatballs are so flavorful. I love that I can make it in my slow cooker, so I can just set it and forget it.


Afolake Ayeni
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I made this stew for my family and they loved it! The meatballs were so flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Charbel semaan
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This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs were tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. The broth was also very flavorful.


Chinenye hope Igwe
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I wouldn't recommend this recipe. The meatballs were tough and the vegetables were mushy.


Dann
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This stew was okay, but I've had better. The meatballs were a bit dry and the vegetables were overcooked.


Asem Noor
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I found this recipe to be too complicated. There are too many ingredients involved and it took me a long time to make.


Chioma Chioma
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more spices to the meatballs.


Ieisha Marshall
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Great recipe! The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


anon ymous
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This stew is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Elbin Almengo
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I was looking for a new stew recipe and this one definitely hit the spot. The meatballs were so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The broth was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Gaming Asif
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and filling, and the meatballs are so flavorful. I love that I can make it in my slow cooker, so I can just set it and forget it.


sccivicracer
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit. The meatballs are so easy to make and the vegetables are always cooked perfectly. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


HM Ridoy
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This stew was delicious! The meatballs were tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. The broth was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Joytee Leembu
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I wasn't sure how this stew would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The meatballs were flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Erica Torres (Jamilla)
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This stew is hearty and satisfying. The meatballs are packed with flavor and the vegetables add a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Azizullah Shary
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I made this stew last night and it was so good! The meatballs were so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Laraib Laraib
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This hearty meatball vegetable stew was a hit with my family! The meatballs were juicy and flavorful, and the vegetables were tender and delicious. The broth was also very tasty.