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Slow Cooker Meatball Stew

Published: Oct 20, 2018 · Modified: Oct 19, 2018 by Ashley Lecker · This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

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I am so excited that I got my act together and got a soup prepped, tried, tested, and ready to share with you for Soup Swapper Saturdays!
 
This is a group I am part of that has a theme for different soups each month. Each month we share our recipes based on our theme, and it is so fun to see what everyone brings to the table.  The theme for this month is: Comforting Fall Stews. We are hosted by Hosted by Colleen of Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck Survive Despite a Whiskered Accomplice. This theme could not have come at a better time as the weather in Wisconsin is blustery, rainy, and cold- perfect for a hearty stew! 
 
White bowl filled with meatballs, carrots, celery, potatoes and peas
I am a lover of beef stew, but it is a meal that takes a little effort and I don't always have the time. These days, with hungry kids and a full schedule I love to simplify my life when I can, but don't want to sacrifice on flavor of our meals. This recipe uses a few shortcuts to make life easier. First, I use frozen meatballs in the soup. Many times I make meatballs in batches, freeze on a cookie sheet (keeps them from sticking together), and transfer to freezer bag. However, I also use the pre-made frozen meatballs depending on the day, and what I have on hand in my freezer. This recipe sticks to the traditional staples to accompany the meatballs: potatoes, carrots, onion, celery, and peas....plus a little red wine. 
White bowl filled with meatballs, carrots, celery, potatoes and peas
 
My husband and kids loved this recipe. My boys gobbled it up- especially the meatball and carrots. I served this with a side of warmed crusty bread and a little butter to soak in the remaining sauce. So hearty, so filling, and so satisfying. In addition to all those things it is so easy to make, and it makes great leftovers. Win. Win. Win. 
 
Halloween is approaching and we have a weekend filled with spooky fun. Starting today with an early barre class at Pure Barre, Kellen's soccer, a trick or treat trail, a Halloween event at a historical site, a trip to the pumpkin patch, and a trip to the theater to see the new Halloween movie are all on the agenda. It is supposed to be a bit cold and breezy, and a bowl of this stew will be the ticket to warm us up after a lot of time outside enjoying the fall season. 
 
What are you fall and Halloween traditions? I  love learning about Halloween events and traditions in other places because they are so different depending the region you are from! 
 
White bowl filled with meatballs, carrots, celery, potatoes and peas
 
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White bowl filled with meatballs, carrots, celery, potatoes and peas

Slow Cooker Meatball Stew

5 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 7 hrs
Total Time 7 hrs 10 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
 
 

  • 26 oz frozen meatballs
  • ⅔ cup frozen peas
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups baby carrots
  • 2 medium-large russet potatoes, washed, quartered, and chopped
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 ⅓ cups beef broth
  • ⅓ cup red wine, optional
  • 10.75 oz can condensed tomato soup
  • .87 oz brown gravy packet

Instructions
 

  • Place meatball into the slow cooker. Next, add peas, onion, carrots, and potatoes. 
  • Whisk together pepper, salt, garlic powder, broth, wine, soup, and gravy packet. 
  • Pour sauce over the veggies and meatballs. Stir to coat. 
  • Cover and set slow cooker to low. Cooker 6-7 hours. Serve. 
Tried this recipe? I'd love to see it! Mention @CheeseCurdInParadise or tag #cheesecurdinparadise on Instagram!
 
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  1. Wendy Klik

    October 20, 2018 at 8:00 pm

    I love this idea for a quick healthy meal on those busy days.

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  2. Karen

    October 20, 2018 at 8:37 pm

    I adore the meatballs in this!!! What a great combo of comfort food with comfort food.

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  3. Colleen - Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck

    October 21, 2018 at 11:21 am

    I love that this stew would be so easy to put together on a weekday morning before work! It would be so great to come home to a comforting bowl of this stew!

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  4. Claudia Lamascolo

    November 12, 2018 at 11:00 am

    this really sounds great I love this idea of meatballs in a stew what a hearty meal!

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  5. debi at Life Currents

    November 12, 2018 at 11:34 am

    Oh, this looks good. I love my slow cooker, and right now I need easy and healthy meals! Thanks!

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  6. Catherine Brown

    November 12, 2018 at 1:36 pm

    Such a classic! I love slow cooker meals that can quickly be tossed togther in the morning so when you come home dinner is done and the whole house smells amazing!

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  7. Karyl Henry

    November 12, 2018 at 5:26 pm

    I like to make meatballs, but like you said, when life gets in the way, shortcuts are a huge help. I always have frozen meatballs on hand for just such occasions! This soup looks perfect

    Reply
  8. Kylee from Kylee Cooks

    November 13, 2018 at 3:39 am

    I love a good soup, especially when the weather turns chilly (which for us is about 65 degrees... lol)

    this looks like a winnner!

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  9. Mahy Elamin

    November 13, 2018 at 5:09 am

    Total comfort food! YUM! This looks so delicious! Is good food and this looks like one of the BEST! I know what I will cook for dinner today. Thank you!

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  10. Dan Zehr

    November 13, 2018 at 6:49 am

    Mmm delicious hot soup in cold autumn weather is what I need. I like all ingredients especially carrots. I love carrots. Of course I like your recipe and I can bet that taste is incredibly tasty.

    Reply
  11. Veena Azmanov

    November 13, 2018 at 7:22 am

    We love steam this time of the year. And my favorite is the slow cooker this time of the year. I'm loving this recipe. Can't wait to try.

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  12. Marisa Franca

    November 13, 2018 at 1:51 pm

    What a great cold weather dish. The slow cooker is a life saver and using it for a delicious stew is just the thing. You can throw together in the morning but by dinner time you have a nutritious and fabulous dish waiting for you.

    Reply

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