Ragout De Boulettes – Meatball Stew

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2
Savory and hearty Ragout De Boulettes - Meatball Stew recipe
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Prep

10 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs frozen meatballs ( any kind from the freezer section of the store )
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
4 cups chicken stock , Bovril is fine ( chicken is nicer than beef in this recipe )
1/2 cup flour
3/4 cup cold water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
350
Sugar
3g
Fat
14g
Ragout De Boulettes, or meatball stew, is a classic French dish that is hearty and rich in flavor. This recipe uses frozen meatballs for convenience and is seasoned with a blend of warm spices like cinnamon, clove, ginger, and nutmeg to give it a unique and aromatic flavor. The stew is then thickened with a flour and water mixture for a velvety texture. It is often served with creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to sop up the savory sauce. This comfort food is perfect for a cozy night in or feeding a crowd on a budget.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Mix the dry mustard, cinnamon, clove, ginger, and nutmeg together in a bowl.
3.Pour the chicken stock into a large Dutch oven and add the spice mixture. Stir to combine.
4.Add the frozen meatballs to the Dutch oven and stir to coat them with the spices and stock.
5.Place the Dutch oven, uncovered, in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
6.In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and cold water until smooth.
7.Slowly pour the flour mixture into the Dutch oven while stirring continuously.
8.Bring the stew to a boil on the stovetop and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
9.Serve hot with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

PROS

This meatball stew is a hearty and savory meal that is perfect for a chilly day.

It is also easy to prepare and can be made in large batches for meal prep or feeding a crowd.

CONS

Frozen meatballs may not be as flavorful or of the same quality as homemade meatballs.

The stew may also be high in sodium if using store-bought chicken stock.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This meatball stew is high in protein and contains spices such as cinnamon and cloves, which have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
However, it may be high in sodium and fat depending on the type of meatballs and chicken stock used.

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