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Creamy Italian Meatball Soup

A comforting bowl of creamy Italian meatball soup with tender meatballs, hearty vegetables, and a creamy broth, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables for Soup
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Soup Base
  • 6 cups chicken or beef broth Use low sodium if desired.
  • 14.5 oz can crushed tomatoes or 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb cooked Italian meatballs Homemade or store-bought, thawed if frozen.
  • 1 cup small pasta Like ditalini, orzo, or small shells.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half For a lighter option, use half-and-half.
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, roughly chopped
Seasoning and Serving
  • Salt and black pepper To taste.
  • Grated Parmesan cheese For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until they’re softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and let it cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken or beef broth and crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring it to a simmer.
  5. Gently stir in the cooked meatballs. If using pasta, add it now, cooking according to package directions until al dente.
  6. Once the pasta is cooked and the meatballs are heated through, stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach or kale. Allow to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the greens are just wilted.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving hot. Top with grated Parmesan for a delightful touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine during the sautéing process. Feel free to swap in any vegetables you have on hand.

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