Tortellini Meatball Stew Recipe

Name: Tortellini Meatball Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry; 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 pound lean ground beef; 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 cup chopped celery; 1 cup chopped carrots; 4 cups beef broth; 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini; 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 egg, lightly beaten
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
4 cups beef broth
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1
In a large bowl, combine the egg, spinach, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 3/4-in. balls.
2
In a large saucepan, brown meatballs in batches in 1 tablespoon oil; drain. Remove meatballs and keep warm.
3
In the same pan, saute onion in remaining oil for 2 minutes. Add celery and carrots; saute 2 minutes longer. Stir in the broth, beans, tomatoes, basil and oregano. Add meatballs; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
4
Return to a boil. Add tortellini; cook for 7-9 minutes or until tender, stirring several times. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

835

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 egg, lightly beaten, 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry, 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Tortellini Meatball Stew falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Tortellini Meatball Stew

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