Creamy Italian Meatball Soup
A hearty and flavorful soup loaded with tender meatballs and creamy broth.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 lb ground beef Choose lean beef for a healthier option.
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg Lightly beaten.
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese Freshly grated for best flavor.
- 4 cups chicken broth Low sodium preferred.
- 1 cup heavy cream Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- 1 cup carrots Diced or sliced.
- 1 cup celery Chopped.
- 1 cup onion Finely diced.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 tbsp olive oil For sautéing.
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning Use a blend for convenience.
- 0.25 cup fresh basil Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, and parmesan until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add the chicken broth to the pot and bring to a simmer.
- Gently add the meatballs to the simmering broth and cook for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for dipping. Add crushed red pepper for spice.