Savor the Comfort: Creamy Italian Meatball Soup to Warm Your Soul
Savor the Comfort: Creamy Italian Meatball Soup is your ultimate bowl of warmth and nostalgia. This delightful recipe features tender meatballs simmered in a rich and creamy broth, filled with fresh spinach and juicy tomatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this soup is not only quick to prepare but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. In just 45 minutes, you can serve up a hearty dish that envelops you in comfort and brings smiles to the table. Whether enjoyed as a main course or an appetizer, this creamy Italian creation is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- 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
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs (about 1 inch).
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown meatballs for about 5 minutes; remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion until translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer.
- Return meatballs to the pot and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and spinach; cook until spinach wilts (about 2 minutes).
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg