Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2 carrots, sliced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
– 1 cup green beans, chopped (fresh or frozen)
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Creating Hearty Italian Meatball Soup is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Shape the Meatballs: Form the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs. Set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Add Broth and Tomatoes: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and the diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir to combine.
5. Bring to a Boil: Increase the heat until the soup reaches a gentle boil.
6. Add Meatballs: Carefully add the prepared meatballs to the simmering broth. Allow them to cook in the soup for about 10-15 minutes.
7. Add Green Beans: After the meatballs have cooked for a bit, add the chopped green beans along with the dried basil. Stir and let it simmer for another 10 minutes.
8. Taste and Adjust: Check for seasoning. If needed, add salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
9. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley.
With these simple steps, you will have a bowl of Hearty Italian Meatball Soup bursting with flavor!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 30g