Savor the Comfort: Creamy Italian Meatball Soup to Warm Your Soul
Savor the Comfort: Creamy Italian Meatball Soup to Warm Your Soul is a delightful dish that brings warmth and rich flavors to your table. This creamy soup features tender meatballs made from ground beef, simmered in a savory broth with fresh spinach and tomatoes. Perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delicious meal that everyone will adore. With just 45 minutes of cooking time, you can enjoy a hearty bowl of comfort food that embodies both nourishment and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs (about 1 inch).
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Brown the meatballs for about five minutes and set aside.
- Sauté chopped onions in the same pot until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add chicken broth; bring to a boil then simmer.
- Return meatballs to the pot; simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and spinach; cook until spinach wilts (about two minutes).
- Serve hot with fresh basil garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg