Meatball Alphabet Soup
Dive into a bowl of nostalgia with this hearty and comforting Meatball Alphabet Soup! Perfect for family dinners or cozy evenings, this recipe combines tender homemade beef meatballs, wholesome vegetables, and playful alphabet-shaped pasta in a rich tomato-infused chicken broth. Infused with classic Italian herbs like oregano and basil, every spoonful bursts with flavor, while the sprinkling of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish. Whether you're sharing a meal with kids who will adore spelling out words or simply craving a timeless soup that warms the soul, this quick and satisfying dish is sure to become a household favorite. Ready in under an hour and packed with protein and veggies, it’s as wholesome as it is fun to eat! Perfect keywords: Meatball Alphabet Soup, family-friendly recipes, homemade soup, healthy comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 2 medium Carrots, diced
- 2 Celery stalks, diced
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups Chicken broth
- 1 14-ounce can Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.75 cup Alphabet pasta
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and set them aside on a plate.
In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes per batch). Remove the meatballs and set aside.
In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and crushed tomatoes. Stir in the oregano, basil, remaining salt, and black pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat to a simmer and carefully add the browned meatballs back into the soup. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Add the alphabet pasta to the pot and continue simmering for another 6-8 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente.
Stir in the fresh parsley, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2530 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.9 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.3 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 523 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 7912 mg | 344% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.6 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.2 g | ||
| Protein | 141.9 g | 284% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 891 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 26.0 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 5718 mg | 122% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
