Spaghetti Meatball Comfort Soup (Printer-Friendly Version)
Hearty spaghetti with mini meatballs simmered in a flavorful broth for a cozy, quick meal.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Soup Base
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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42 fluid ounces chicken broth
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24 fluid ounces marinara sauce
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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6 ounces thin spaghetti, broken in half
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Meatballs
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1 pound mini meatballs, cooked
→ Mini Meatball Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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1/2 cup bread crumbs
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1 large egg
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened and fragrant.
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Pour in chicken broth and marinara sauce. Stir in Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Add broken spaghetti and cooked mini meatballs to the boiling soup. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes until noodles are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Ladle the soup into bowls and optionally garnish with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
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Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and egg in a bowl. Form into mini meatballs and bake at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 15 minutes or until cooked through.
# Helpful Hints:
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Meatballs can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen for quicker meal preparation.