Description
A warm and comforting Italian soup featuring savory meatballs, rich broth, and fresh vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups spinach or kale
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or orzo)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
- In a large pot, bring chicken or beef broth to a simmer over medium heat.
- Gently add the meatballs to the pot, followed by the diced tomatoes. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
- Add spinach or kale and small pasta to the pot. Cook for an additional 7 to 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a creamier version, consider stirring in some cream just before serving. You can also use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Italian, meatball soup, comforting, quick meal, one-pot meal