Savor the Comfort: Creamy Italian Meatball Soup to Warm Your Soul
Warm up your chilly evenings with Savor the Comfort: Creamy Italian Meatball Soup to Warm Your Soul. This heartwarming dish combines juicy beef meatballs simmered in a velvety broth, enriched with fresh spinach and tomatoes. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this creamy soup offers a delightful mix of flavors that will make you feel right at home. Easy enough for busy weeknights, it’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you’ll have a nourishing meal on the table in no time. Enjoy every spoonful as you gather around the table and share smiles with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- 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 bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Brown meatballs for about 5 minutes until golden.
- Sauté chopped onions in the same pot until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil; then reduce to simmer.
- Gently add meatballs back into the pot and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach; cook until spinach wilts (about 2 minutes).
- Serve hot and garnish with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg