are heated through and plump.
Once cooked, gently stir the stew from the bottom, pulling some of the potatoes and gravy up over the meatballs. The potatoes will thicken the sauce slightly as you stir, giving you a rich, stew-like gravy.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. The onion soup mix is usually salty enough, but you can add a little black pepper or a pinch of salt if your broth is low-sodium.
Let the stew sit with the lid off for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly, then ladle into warm bowls and serve hot.
Variations & Tips
If you grew up around church suppers and potlucks, you know these kinds of recipes are meant to bend a little. You can swap the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken or cream of celery for a slightly different flavor,
