Hobo Stew With Meatballs

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt or salt-free seasoning blend, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 4 medium carrots, cut into chunks
• 1 large onion, cut into chunks
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 3/4 cup frozen peas

1. In a large bowl, combine the beef, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown meatballs on all sides; drain.
2. Place the potatoes, carrots and onion in a 3-qt. slow cooker; top with meatballs. Combine the water, ketchup, vinegar, basil, and remaining salt and pepper; pour over meatballs.
3. Cover and cook on high for 4-3/4 hours. Stir in peas; cook 15 minutes longer or until the vegetables are tender.

ground beef, salt, pepper, potatoes, carrots, onion, water, ketchup, cider vinegar, basil, frozen peas

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/hobo-stew-with-meatballs/ (may not work)