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Italian Meatball Soup

A hearty and comforting soup with Italian meatballs, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Soup

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 carrots carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 cup small pasta like ditalini or orzo
  • 2 cups spinach fresh, chopped

Instructions 

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides. Remove meatballs and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and dried basil. Bring to a boil.
  5. Add pasta and meatballs to the pot. Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is cooked, about 10 minutes.
  6. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3000IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Meatball, Soup
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