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Creamy Italian Meatball Soup – A Cozy, Hearty Meal Idea with Mini Meatballs and Tortellini

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This creamy Italian meatball soup is loaded with mini meatballs, cheese tortellini, fresh vegetables, and herbs — a rich, comforting meal-in-a-bowl.

Ingredients

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  • For the meatballs:

    • 1 lb ground beef

    • ¼ cup breadcrumbs

    • 1 egg

    • 2 tbsp grated parmesan

    • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

    • ½ tsp salt

    • ¼ tsp pepper

  • For the soup:

    • 1 tbsp olive oil

    • 1 small onion, diced

    • 2 carrots, diced

    • 2 garlic cloves, minced

    • 2 tbsp tomato paste

    • 6 cups chicken broth

    • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

    • 9 oz cheese tortellini

    • ½ cup heavy cream

    • 2 cups baby spinach

    • ¼ cup parmesan

    • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Mix meatball ingredients and roll into small balls.

  • Brown meatballs in a large pot and set aside.

  • In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and garlic until soft.

  • Stir in tomato paste, broth, and seasonings.

  • Return meatballs to the pot. Simmer for 12 minutes.

  • Add tortellini and cream. Simmer for 5 minutes.

  • Stir in spinach and parmesan until wilted.

  • Serve hot with extra cheese or bread.

Notes

  • Freeze soup without tortellini or cream.

  • Add peas, beans, or kale for variation.

  • Use turkey or vegetarian meatballs if preferred.

Find it online: https://simplehomeflavors.com/creamy-italian-meatball-soup-a-cozy-hearty-meal-idea-with-mini-meatballs-and-tortellini/