Ingredients
1 pound ground beef1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce2-1/2 cups water1 can (15-1/2 ounces) kidney beans with liquid1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 cup sliced celery1/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the beef, egg, onion, crumbs, salt and pepper. Shape into 1-in. balls.
In large saucepan, brown meatballs on all sides until no longer pink. Drain. Add remaining ingredients except macaroni and parsley; cover and simmer 20 minutes. Add macaroni; simmer 10 minutes or until tender. Stir in parsley.
If Cooking for Two: Freeze serving-size portions to enjoy later. 8 servings, 1 cup per serving.
