Description
Warm and inviting, this meatball soup is the ultimate comfort food. With savory meatballs, vibrant vegetables, and a rich broth, each spoonful offers a delightful blend of flavors that will transport you back to your childhood. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make soup is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup small pasta shapes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add beef broth and diced tomatoes to the pot; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Carefully drop meatballs into the broth; cook until they float (15-20 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If using pasta, add it in the last 5-7 minutes of cooking.
- Serve hot with extra parsley or Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg