Meatball Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
• 1/4 cup finely minced yellow onions
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1/3 cup Italian or plain breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion chopped
• 2 large carrots peeled and chopped
• 3 stalks celery chopped
• 1 1/2 cups green beans trimmed and cut in one inch segments
• 1 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 6 cups low sodium beef broth
• 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted tomatoes
• 3/4 cup Mini Farfalle pasta
• chopped fresh parsley
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Gently mix the ground beef, minced yellow onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire Sauce, salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a large bowl. Using a 1½-tablespoon scoop for equal proportioning, roll the meatballs and place them on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add the meatballs to the skillet and brown them. Work in batches and do not crowd the pan. Add more oil if needed. Remove the meatballs to a plate and cover to keep warm.

3. 3

   In a large, heavy stockpot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and green beans. Cook for 7-8 minutes or until slightly soft and fragrant. Add the parsley, oregano, basil, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

4. 4

   Pour in the beef broth, tomato sauce, and fire-roasted tomatoes. Increase the heat to medium-high. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce it to a simmer. Let everything simmer for about 7-10 minutes. Stir in the pasta and browned meatballs, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes or until the pasta is tender. Serve it promptly, so the pasta does not overcook.