Italian Meatball & Orzo Soup: A Hearty, Comforting Classic
A comforting bowl of Italian Meatball & Orzo Soup that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Form into small meatballs.
- In a large pot, heat beef broth over medium heat.
- Add meatballs, carrots, and onion. Cook until meatballs are browned.
- Stir in orzo and cook until tender.
- Add spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- For a richer flavor, use homemade beef broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg