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Italian Meatball Soup: A Comforting Classic for Any Season

Hearty, flavorful, and ready to become a family favorite.

If there’s one dish that wraps you in comfort with every bite, it’s Italian Meatball Soup. Packed with tender meatballs, colorful vegetables, savory herbs, and a rich tomato broth, this recipe is the definition of feel-good food. It’s perfect for chilly nights, rainy days, or when you just want a cozy bowl of homemade goodness.

Whether you’re feeding a crowd or making a big batch for meal prep, this soup delivers flavor, comfort, and nutrition—all in one pot.

🍲 Why You’ll Love This Soup

• One-pot meal with minimal cleanup
• Great for meal prep—flavors get even better the next day
• Easily adaptable: make it gluten-free, low-carb, or vegetarian with a few tweaks
• Kid-friendly and freezer-friendly

🧾 Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Soup:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken or beef broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 cup small pasta (like ditalini, orzo, or elbow macaroni)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh spinach or kale (optional, for added greens)
• Fresh parsley and grated Parmesan for serving

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Meatballs

In a large bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Roll into small balls (about 1 inch in size). Set aside on a plate.

💡 Tip: You can bake the meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes or brown them in a skillet for added flavor.

2. Sauté the Vegetables

Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5–7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook another minute.

3. Build the Broth

Stir in crushed tomatoes, broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

4. Add the Meatballs

Gently place raw (or pre-baked) meatballs into the simmering soup. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until meatballs are fully cooked and tender.

5. Cook the Pasta

Add the small pasta and cook for an additional 8–10 minutes, until the pasta is al dente.

6. Add Greens (Optional)

Stir in a handful or two of spinach or kale in the final 2 minutes of cooking, just until wilted.

7. Serve