Description
Creamy Italian Meatball Soup is a delightful dish that combines tender beef meatballs, a rich and creamy tomato-based broth, and hearty pasta to create a cozy meal perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting bowl on a chilly evening, this soup offers bold Italian flavors that will warm you from the inside out. With its creamy texture and satisfying taste, it’s sure to impress your family and friends alike. Enjoy it with fresh bread or a side salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh spinach or basil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and parsley. Form into small meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and brown the meatballs in batches. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions until translucent; add garlic and celery.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and broth; season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Add small pasta; cook until al dente. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream along with the meatballs. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add fresh spinach or basil just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg