Description
Experience the warmth of Italian Meatball Soup, where tender meatballs meet a savory broth enriched with fresh herbs and vibrant tomatoes. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this easy-to-make dish is sure to become a favorite at your table. Each spoonful offers a delightful combination of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
- Form small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and carrots until softened (about 5 minutes), then add garlic for an additional minute.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth; scrape any bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Gently add meatballs to the broth. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes until cooked through.
- Adjust seasoning as necessary and stir in freshly chopped basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg