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Hearty Italian Meatball Soup Recipe

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Italian Meatball Soup is a hearty and comforting classic featuring savory homemade meatballs simmered in a flavorful broth with nutritious vegetables and tender pasta. This wholesome soup combines traditional Italian flavors in a simple yet satisfying one-pot meal, perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Broth

  • 6 cups beef or chicken broth
  • 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Pasta

  • 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow macaroni)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated, then shape into 1-inch meatballs and set aside.
  2. Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the broth and seasonings: Pour in the beef or chicken broth and canned diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir in dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  4. Simmer meatballs: Carefully add the prepared meatballs to the simmering soup. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for about 20-25 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and tender.
  5. Cook the pasta: Add the small pasta to the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if necessary.
  6. Serve: Ladle the Italian meatball soup into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy warm.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for the meatballs.
  • Leftover soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
  • You can add spinach or kale for extra greens and nutrients.
  • Substitute gluten-free pasta and breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.

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