Hearty Italian Meat and Pasta Stew Recipe

Hearty Italian Meat and Pasta Stew Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef or chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup dry pasta (like lasagna noodles broken into pieces or other short pasta)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Brown the Meat: In a large pot, cook the ground beef or sausage over medium-high heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and carrots to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Potatoes and Seasonings: Stir in the potatoes, canned tomatoes, beef or chicken broth, water, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
4. Simmer the Stew: Reduce heat to low and let simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
5. Add Pasta: Add the pasta to the pot and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes depending on the pasta used.
6. Garnish and Serve: Check the seasoning, adjust if necessary, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

This stew is perfect for a comforting meal and can be easily adjusted to include your favorite vegetables or spices. Serve it hot, ideally with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth!

If you need another type of recipe or further customization, just let me know!