Savor the Comfort: Creamy Italian Meatball Soup to Warm Your Soul
If you’re in search of a heartwarming meal that embraces you with rich flavors, look no further than this Creamy Italian Meatball Soup. Perfect for chilly evenings, this delightful soup combines savory meatballs with a luscious creamy broth, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a cozy family gathering, this dish is bound to bring everyone together around the table. In just under 30 minutes, you can enjoy a bowl of comforting goodness that warms both body and soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- 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
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil and brown the meatballs on all sides for about 5 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Return the meatballs to the pot; simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach; cook until spinach wilts (about 2 minutes).
- Serve hot garnished with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg