Meatball Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Combine beef, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, pepper, egg, onion and bread crumbs in a bowl; mix well.
2. 2
   Form into 1-inch balls.
3. 3
   Brown on all sides in hot oil in a large skillet.
4. 4
   Place balls in a 2-quart casserole dish.
5. 5
   Pour off fat except for 3 tablespoons. Blend flour into reserved fat in skillet.
6. 6
   Stir in tomatoes, water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, sugar and basil.
7. 7
   Stir well.
8. 8
   Add potatoes, carrots, onions and celery.
9. 9
   Bring to a boil.
10. 10
    Reduce heat.
11. 11
    Simmer 10 minutes.
12. 12
    Add more water if necessary.
13. 13
    Pour over meatballs in a casserole.
14. 14
    Cover; bake at 350° for 1 hour or until vegetables are tender.
15. 15
    Serves 6.