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 envelops you in warmth and flavor, perfect for chilly evenings or cozy family gatherings. This creamy soup features tender meatballs made from ground beef, paired with fresh spinach and aromatic herbs, all simmered in a rich broth. With its quick preparation and hearty ingredients, this recipe is bound to become a staple at your dinner table. Each spoonful delivers comfort and nourishment, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form small meatballs (about an inch in diameter).
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches until golden (about 5 minutes).
- Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Add browned meatballs back into the pot and let simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach; cook until spinach wilts (2 minutes).
- Serve hot with fresh basil garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 100mg