Description
Meatball and Spaghetti Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender meatballs, al dente spaghetti, and a rich broth infused with Italian herbs and flavors. This cozy soup is perfect for chilly evenings or when nostalgia strikes, wrapping you in comfort with each spoonful. Easy to prepare, this family-friendly recipe is sure to impress with its delightful aroma and vibrant colors. Dive into a bowl of this deliciousness that warms both your belly and your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces spaghetti noodles (or whole wheat)
- 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic, and Italian seasoning until combined.
- Form the mixture into bite-sized meatballs (about 1 inch) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine chicken broth and canned tomatoes. Bring to a simmer.
- Add spaghetti noodles to the broth and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Gently add baked meatballs to the soup and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg