Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently using your hands until just combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a plate for easy transfer later.
Cooking
- Heat a generous drizzle of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes, until softened and the onion is translucent.
- Add the chicken broth to the pot and bring to a gentle boil. Carefully add the prepared meatballs, ensuring they are submerged.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 10-12 minutes, until the meatballs are firm and cooked through.
- Stir in the small pasta and increase the heat to medium. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and al dente.
- Once the pasta is cooked, add the chopped fresh spinach to the soup. Stir until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
- Taste your soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
Notes
Avoid tough meatballs by not over-mixing. Consider preparing meatballs a day in advance to enhance flavors. Check ingredient labels for gluten-free options when necessary.
