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A vibrant bowl of hearty meatball tortellini soup featuring plump meatballs, colorful tortellini, fresh herbs, and vegetables in a rich broth, garnished with grated cheese and a sprinkle of parsley, styled in a rustic white bowl on a wooden table.

Hearty Italian Meatball Tortellini Soup in 25 Minutes

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A warm, hearty Italian soup featuring tender meatballs, cheesy tortellini, and fresh vegetables simmered in a savory broth.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz tortellini
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and form ground beef into meatballs.
  2. Bake meatballs for 15 minutes until cooked through.
  3. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add diced tomatoes and beef broth, bring to a simmer.
  5. Gently add cooked meatballs and tortellini, cook for 7-10 minutes until pasta is tender.
  6. Stir in spinach, cook for another 2 minutes.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • You can prepare meatballs ahead and freeze for quicker assembly.
  • Adjust seasoning with herbs like basil or oregano for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop baking and simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Comfort-food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
  • Calories: 480 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 1020mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg