Italian Meatball Soup 🍲
Description:
Looking for a quick and delicious meal? Try this Italian Meatball Soup recipe, discovered in the food section of a local newspaper from the Associated Press. It’s speedy to prepare and bursting with flavor, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want something comforting without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 1 can (approx. 14 ounces) ready-to-serve beef broth
- 2 cans (approx. 14 ounces each) Italian-style diced tomatoes
- 1 can (use the empty tomato can to measure) water
- 1 package (about 1 pound) frozen fully cooked meatballs
- 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or small shells)
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 157.7
- Fat Content: 0.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 837.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 29.9g
- Fiber Content: 6.3g
- Sugar Content: 4.1g
- Protein Content: 10.4g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Combine the ready-to-serve beef broth, Italian-style diced tomatoes, and water in a large pot or Dutch oven. |
| 2 | Add the frozen meatballs to the pot. |
| 3 | Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. |
| 4 | Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the small pasta to the pot. |
| 5 | Simmer the soup for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the meatballs are heated through. |
| 6 | Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. |
Tips:
- Feel free to customize this soup by adding your favorite vegetables, such as diced carrots, celery, or spinach.
- For extra flavor, you can stir in some Italian seasoning or fresh herbs like basil or parsley before serving.
- If you prefer homemade meatballs, you can use them instead of frozen ones. Just make sure they are fully cooked before adding them to the soup.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. Simply reheat on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
Enjoy your hearty and flavorful Italian Meatball Soup! 🥄🍅
