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Creamy Italian Meatball Soup: A Cozy Recipe to Try!

Creamy Italian Meatball Soup
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A comforting and creamy soup filled with Italian meatballs, vegetables, and pasta, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or orzo)
  • 2 cups spinach
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
  2. In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil and add the diced tomatoes.
  3. Carefully add the meatballs to the boiling broth and cook for about 10 minutes.
  4. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, you can use ground turkey instead of beef.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or zucchini.
  • This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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