What you need:

• 1/2 pound of lean ground beef
• 1/2 pound of Sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 4 scallions sliced
• 2 large cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 tablespoon of rosemary (fresh)
• 1/2 cup of red wine
• 2 parsnips, sliced
• 1 acorn squash (1 pound) seeded and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 2 cans of beef broth ( 13 3/4 ounces each)
• 1 cup of medium egg noodles, cooked according to directions on package

What you do:

1. In a bowl, combine beef, sausage, parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Shape into small meatballs.  In saucepot over medium heat, brown meatballs in hot oil, 8 minutes, turning occasionally.
2. Remove to plate.  In drippings, cook scallions, garlic, rosemary 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Add wine and cook 3 minutes more or until just evaporated.  Add meatballs.
3. Stir in next 3 ingredients, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1cup of water.  Bring to a boil over high heat.  Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes or until tender.  Stir in noodles.

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