HEARTY MEATBALL SOUP WITH SPINACH

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My DIL found this recipe online and made it when I was there. It is relatively quick to make and so good. Note: In the directions it refers to the trinity mix; that is the carrot, celery, and onion listed in the ingredients; 2 part onion, one part carrot and one part celery

Provided by tammy dalton

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 lbs 93% lean ground beef, 7% fat
1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
1 eggs, beaten or 1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 tablespoon canola oil
8 ounces assorted fresh vegetables, diced (onions, celery and carrots)
3 cups fresh spinach leaves
2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained
1 (32 ounce) box unsalted chicken stock
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Chop garlic.
  • Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, tomato pesto, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until blended.
  • Shape into 1-inch meatballs (about 25-30); wash hands.
  • Preheat large stockpot on medium-high 2-3 minutes.
  • Place oil in pan; add meatballs (in batches).
  • Cook and turn 6 to 8 minutes or until browned.
  • Remove meatballs from pan and set aside.
  • Add trinity mix (onion, celery, carrots) and garlic to pan; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until onions soften.
  • Add spinach; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until spinach begins to wilt.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in cannellini beans, chicken stock, meatballs and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
  • Simmer 5 to 7 minutes or until meatballs are 160 degrees Fahrenheit and soup is hot.
  • Top with Parmesan cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.9, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 108.7, Sodium 1040.7, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 3.8, Protein 41.4

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