Description
Creamy Italian meatball soup is the ultimate comfort dish that warms both heart and soul. This hearty recipe features tender meatballs simmered in a rich, velvety broth, combined with vibrant vegetables for a burst of flavor. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this soup is easy to prepare and promises to bring everyone to the table. Each spoonful feels like a warm hug, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs (about 1 inch).
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches for about 5 minutes until golden.
- Add diced carrots and celery to the same pot; saut? for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Slowly stir in heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until creamy.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese and herbs on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg