Description
This comforting soup features tender meatballs, vibrant tomatoes, and creamy goodness, perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or orzo)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef (or turkey), breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper. Mix with your hands until everything is just combined. Form 1-inch meatballs and set them aside.
- Brown the Meatballs: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add the meatballs to the pot. Brown on all sides (about 3–4 minutes). Remove the meatballs and set aside.
- Sauté and Sizzle: In the same pot, add a splash more olive oil if needed. Add any leftover garlic. Then pour in your crushed tomatoes, followed by the chicken or vegetable broth.
- Simmer Time: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and add the meatballs, followed by the small pasta. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes until the pasta is al dente and the meatballs are fully cooked.
- Stir in the Cream: Once the pasta is cooked, slowly stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with fresh basil or parsley.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a crisp salad for a complete meal. You can make it ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: soup, meatballs, Italian, creamy soup, comfort food