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Creamy Italian Meatball Soup

Creamy Italian Meatball Soup: A Cozy Bowl of Comfort

Creamy Italian Meatball Soup is a comforting dish filled with rich flavors and hearty ingredients, perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Italian Sausage Swap for ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can be replaced with Pecorino Romano if desired.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder for the meatballs.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, use fresh garlic for best results.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
For the Soup
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Use vegetable oil as a substitute if needed.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 medium Carrots Chopped.
  • 2 stocks Celery Chopped.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes With juice.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Feel free to replace with vegetable broth.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter twist.
  • 1 tsp Dried Italian Herbs Mix with fresh herbs if preferred.
  • 2 cups Spinach Can swap for kale or Swiss chard.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Large pot

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef or Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until a sticky mixture forms. Let it rest for about 10 minutes.
Forming Meatballs
  1. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Sautéing Vegetables
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery, sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
Adding Liquid
  1. Stir in diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
Cooking Meatballs
  1. Drop the meatballs into the simmering broth and cook for about 20 minutes.
Incorporating Cream
  1. Stir in heavy cream and dried Italian herbs, simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Adding Spinach
  1. Mix in fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
Seasoning & Serving
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving in warm bowls, garnished with extra parsley or Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients enhance the flavor. Avoid overcooking meatballs and taste before serving for perfect seasoning adjustments.

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