Italian Spinach Dumpling Ground Beef Stew

Warm your soul with this hearty Italian Spinach Dumpling Ground Beef Stew, a comforting one-pot meal that brings together the bold flavors of Italian cuisine with a wholesome twist. Tender spinach and ricotta dumplings float in a rich, savory broth packed with ground beef, hearty vegetables, and fragrant herbs like Italian seasoning and bay leaves. The crushed tomatoes and beef broth create a deeply satisfying base, while the fluffy, cheese-filled dumplings add a touch of rustic elegance. Quick to prepare in just over an hour, this stew is perfect for family dinners or cozy evenings, and it’s guaranteed to impress with its nourishing ingredients and irresistible aroma. Serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh parsley for an extra burst of flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Return the ground beef to the pot and stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and reduce the heat to low.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, prepare the spinach dumplings by combining the chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, all-purpose flour, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and fresh parsley. Mix until a thick batter forms.

Step 6

Using a small spoon or cookie scoop, shape the dumpling mixture into small balls (about 1–1.5 inches in diameter).

Step 7

Carefully drop the dumplings into the simmering stew. Cover the pot and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and tender.

Step 8

Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3322.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2969.6

Total Fat 174.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 903.8mg	0%
Sodium 10460.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.8g	0%
Total Sugars 48.5g
Protein 191.5g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 2667.1mg	0%
Iron 32.7mg	0%
Potassium 6896.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.4%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 25.0%