Description
Indulge in a bowl of creamy Italian meatball soup, where tender meatballs swim in a rich, velvety broth. This comforting dish is infused with aromatic herbs and spices, delivering warmth and satisfaction with every spoonful. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this soup offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup pasta (e.g., orzo or small shells)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs (about 1 inch).
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides; remove from pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer while scraping up brown bits from the bottom.
- Stir in heavy cream and pasta, cooking according to package instructions until al dente.
- Return meatballs to the pot and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot with additional parsley and crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg