Name: Italian Meatball Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 cup bread crumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1 large egg; 2 garlic cloves, minced; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 carrots, sliced; 2 celery stalks, sliced; 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes; 4 cups beef broth; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 cup small pasta (such as orzo or ditalini); Fresh parsley, for garnish

Description

This Italian Meatball Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining juicy meatballs, a rich tomato-based broth, and wholesome vegetables. Bursting with Italian herbs and spices, it’s a delicious, hearty meal perfect for any time of the year. Easy to make and full of flavor, this soup is a family favorite, especially when served with crusty bread for dipping. Enjoy the taste of Italy with every spoonf

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 large egg
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
4 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup small pasta (such as orzo or ditalini)
Fresh parsley, for garnish

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Instructions

In a bowl, mix ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Shape into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.
Return meatballs to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.
Add pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes).
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

For gluten-free options, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and pasta.
You can freeze the soup (without pasta) for up to 3 months. Add fresh pasta when reheating.
This soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together

Prep Time: 20min
Cook Time: 30min
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian