Spinach and White Bean Meatball Soup
Description: A hearty Italian-inspired soup featuring tender homemade meatballs, creamy white beans, and fresh spinach in a flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you're craving a comforting, nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Soup:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 carrots sliced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 15 oz cans white beans, drained and rinsed
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine meatball ingredients in a bowl, mix gently
- Form into 1-inch meatballs
- Heat oil in large pot over medium heat
- Brown meatballs in batches (5 minutes)
- Remove meatballs, set aside
- Sauté onions and carrots until soft (5-7 minutes)
- Add broth, bring to simmer
- Return meatballs, cook 15 minutes
- Add beans, cook 5 minutes
- Add spinach, cook until wilted (2 minutes)
- Season to taste
Notes
Don't overmix meatballs to keep them tender
Can substitute ground turkey for beef
Freezes well for up to 3 months