HEARTY MEATBALL VEGETABLE STEW

Hearty Meatball Vegetable Stew image

Provided by Jenn Visser

Categories Soups

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 17

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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!