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Italian Meatball Soup

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This Italian-style meatball soup is a hearty one-pot meal with tender meatballs, savory tomato broth, pasta, and vegetables. Comforting and flavorful, it’s perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy weeknights.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef, chicken, or turkey

1 egg

1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup bread crumbs

1 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp sweet paprika

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced (divided)

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)

1 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 onion, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

2 celery stalks, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

6 cups beef, chicken, or vegetable broth

1 can (28 oz) peeled tomatoes with juices

1 1/2 cups small pasta (ditalini, shells, or orzo)

Red pepper flakes (optional, for serving)

Extra Parmesan, for topping

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, egg, Parmesan, bread crumbs, oregano, paprika, parsley, half the garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Roll into meatballs (about 1 1/2 tbsp each) and place on a lightly oiled sheet pan. Broil 5–8 minutes until browned.
  3. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add onion, carrots, celery, bell pepper, and remaining garlic. Cook 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Add broth, tomatoes with juices, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10 minutes until flavors develop.
  5. Add browned meatballs and pasta. Simmer 10 minutes more, until pasta is tender and meatballs are fully cooked.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in parsley. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve hot, topped with Parmesan and optional red pepper flakes.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add Italian sausage or crushed red pepper to the meatballs.
  • Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and pasta for a gluten-free version.
  • Add spinach, kale, or zucchini for extra vegetables.
  • For a creamier soup, stir in a splash of cream at the end.
  • Freeze without pasta for up to 3 months; cook pasta separately when reheating.

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