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Hearty Meatball Soup

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course dinner, Soup
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 1 egg Large egg
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 cup Chopped parsley
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 1 medium Carrot, chopped
  • 1 stalk Celery, chopped
  • 1 medium Bell pepper, chopped
  • 6 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 14.5oz can Diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup Small pasta

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, oregano, paprika, parsley, and minced garlic. Mix well and form into 1-inch meatballs.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides, working in batches if necessary. Set aside.
  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add remaining garlic, oregano, and paprika. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer.
  • Add browned meatballs to the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  • Stir in pasta and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot.
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