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A closeup of a bowl of Homemade Italian Meatball Soup

Homemade Italian Meatball Soup

Lori
Nothing says old-school comfort food like this easy Homemade Italian Meatball Soup. This comforting soup recipe has tender homemade pure beef Italian meatballs and pasta in rich tomato broth. 
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 to 6

Ingredients
  

For the Homemade Meatballs

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 3 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1-1/2 t. Italian seasoning preferably homemade*
  • 1 large egg , lightly beaten
  • 1/3 c. Parmesan cheese , finely grated
  • 1/3 c. flour
  • 1/4 t. Sea salt
  • 1/4 t. Black pepper

For the Soup

  • 2 t. olive oil
  • 1/2 c. onion , diced
  • 2 celery stalks , diced
  • 2-3 medium carrots , diced
  • 1 15 oz. can crushed or diced tomatoes , undrained
  • 1 15 oz. can of Italian tomato sauce
  • 6 c. low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 t. Italian seasoning preferably homemade
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3/4 c. small dry pasta shape like small shells or ditalini
  • 2 T. fresh parsley , chopped
  • Parmesan cheese for serving , optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Get your meatball ingredients. In a large bowl, add ground beef, garlic, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning,
  • Make a well in the center and the beaten egg.
  • Sprinkle the mixture with cheese, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix to combine all ingredients. Make sure to avoid overmixing.
  • With your hands or a small scoop, shape the meat mixture into mini meatballs (1/2 inch to 3/4 inch in size).
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes or until meatballs are lightly browned.
  • While the meatballs are baking, heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots.
  • Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once carrots are slightly softened, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, to taste.
  • Bring to a simmer. Add the juicy meatballs and pasta. Let it simmer while uncovered for 10-12 minutes. Do this until the vegetables are tender. The pasta can be al dente or as tender as the vegetables.
  • Top with parsley. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Keyword Dinner