Description
Creamy Italian Meatball Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that combines tender meatballs, a rich tomato-based broth, and delightful pasta. This recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, providing a warm and satisfying meal with every spoonful. The blend of Italian seasonings, garlic, and Parmesan creates a flavor-packed experience that will impress your loved ones. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious soup that’s not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to customize to your liking.
Ingredients
- Ground beef (or beef and pork mix)
- Breadcrumbs
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Egg
- Garlic
- Italian seasoning
- Diced tomatoes
- Chicken or beef broth
- Small pasta (such as ditalini)
- Heavy cream
- Fresh spinach or basil
Instructions
- Prepare the meatballs by combining ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and parsley in a bowl. Form into small balls.
- Brown the meatballs in olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; set aside once browned.
- Sauté diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped celery in the same pot until softened.
- Add chicken or beef broth and diced tomatoes; stir in additional Italian seasoning and seasonings.
- Bring to a boil and add small pasta; cook until al dente.
- Return meatballs to the pot along with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; heat through.
- Stir in fresh spinach or basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg