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Creamy Italian Meatball Soup

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A comforting and creamy meatball soup that brings warmth and joy, perfect for cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces small pasta (like ditalini or orzo)
  • Fresh herbs (like basil or parsley) for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef (or turkey), breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix with your hands until just combined.
  2. Brown the Meatballs: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Carefully add the meatballs in batches, browning them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.
  3. Remove the meatballs and set aside.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
  5. Add the Broth and Tomatoes: Once the vegetables are ready, pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Introduce the Meatballs: Gently add the meatballs back into the pot and let them cook for about 10-15 minutes.
  7. Stir in the Cream: Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.
  8. Add the Pasta: Add the small pasta of your choice and cook according to package instructions.
  9. Taste and Adjust: Give the soup a taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve with crusty bread.

Notes

This soup is perfect for gatherings and can be made ahead of time. Adjust ingredients according to personal taste.

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Keywords: soup, meatballs, Italian, creamy, comfort food

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