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Hobo Meatball Stew

1 pound ground beef
1-1/2 teaspoons salt or salt-free seasoning blend, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
4 medium carrots, cut into chunks
1 large onion, cut into chunks
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup ketchup
1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

In a bowl, combine the beef, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
Shape into 1-in. balls. In a skillet over medium heat, brown

Printed from tasteofhome.com Sep 6, 2008

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Hobo Meatball Stew cont.

meatballs on all sides; drain. Place the potatoes, carrots and
onion in a 3-qt. slow cooker; top with meatballs. Combine the water,
ketchup, vinegar, basil, and remaining salt and pepper; pour over
meatballs. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until the
vegetables are tender.

Yield: 4 servings.