Description
Homemade Italian Meatball Soup is a recipe that is sure to please the whole family. It combines healthy ingredients like ground beef, spinach, and tomatoes for a delicious recipe that can be ready for dinner in no time.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
Meatballs:
1 pound lean ground beef
3 garlic gloves, minced
1-1/2 t. Italian seasoning, preferably homemade*
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/3 c. Parmesan cheese, finely grated
1/3 c. flour
1/4 t. Sea salt
1/4 t. Black pepper
Soup:
2 t. olive oil
1/2 c. onion, diced
2-3 medium carrots, diced
1 15 oz. can crushed or diced tomatoes, undrained
1 15 oz. can Italian tomato sauce
6 c. low-sodium beef broth
1 t. Italian seasoning, preferably homemade*
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
3/4 c. small dry pasta shape (like small shells or ditalini)
2 T. fresh parsley, chopped
Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F.
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Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, add ground beef, garlic, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning,
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Make a well in the center and the beaten egg.
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Sprinkle mixture with cheese, flour, salt, and pepper.
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Mix to combine ingredients. Avoid overmixing.
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With your hands or a small scoop, shape the meat mixture into small balls (1/2 inch to 3/4 inch in size).
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Bake 8-10 minutes or until meatballs are lightly browned.
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While the meatballs are baking, heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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Add onion, celery and carrots.
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Cook 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once carrots are slightly softened, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt and black pepper, to taste.
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Bring to a simmer. Add meatballs and pasta. Simmer uncovered 10-12 minutes or until pasta and vegetables are tender.
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Top with parsley. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
