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Hearty and Easy Crockpot Meatball Stew Recipe

Hearty and Easy Crockpot Meatball Stew Recipe made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 medium potatoes diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set them aside.
  3. In a slow cooker, add beef broth, carrots, potatoes, peas, thyme, and bay leaf; stir to combine.
  4. Carefully add the meatballs into the crockpot; do not stir.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until meatballs are cooked through and vegetables are tender.
  6. Prior to serving, remove the bay leaf and give the stew a gentle stir.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.