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Sausage Meatball Soup

Savory Sausage Meatball Soup: The Ultimate Comfort Bowl

Savor the comforting flavors of Sausage Meatball Soup, perfect for family dinners and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Mild Italian Sausage or turkey sausage for a leaner option
  • 2-4 slices Fresh Breadcrumbs from Italian or sourdough bread
  • 1/4 cup Milk dairy-free milk for non-dairy version
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil optional but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Fennel Seed crushed
  • 1 large Egg or flax egg as vegan substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 large Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 2 stalks Celery diced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt or to taste
For the Broth
  • 28 ounces San Marzano Tomatoes crushed
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf remove before serving
For Enhancing the Soup
  • 1 cup Small Pasta ditalini, orzo, or mini shells
  • 2 cups Kale chopped, or spinach as alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Large pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the spice mix by crushing fennel seeds and combining them with oregano, basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Make the meatballs by mixing breadcrumbs, milk, cooled onion-garlic mix, spice mix, egg, and sausage.
  3. Form and bake the meatballs at 375°F for about 15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Prepare the soup base by sautéing carrots, celery, and onion in olive oil, stirring until softened.
  5. Combine broth ingredients by adding crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and bay leaf to the pot.
  6. Add baked meatballs and pasta to the boiling broth and reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes.
  7. Incorporate chopped kale and let it wilt for 2-3 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve the sausage meatball soup in bowls, garnished with parmesan cheese and paired with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chill the meatball mixture for easier shaping. Don’t rush simmering; flavors meld beautifully over time. Customize your pasta shapes or omit entirely for a low-carb option.

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