HEARTY TURKEY MEATBALL SOUP

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Every Italian-American family I know seems to have its own version of meatball soup. This recipe is based on my family's version. -Christie Ladd, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
4 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
1 pound lean ground turkey
3 medium carrots, sliced
3 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup ditalini or other small pasta

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the egg whites, bread crumbs, cheese and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 3/4-in. balls. , Place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until no longer pink., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute carrots and celery in oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the broth, pepper and remaining Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Stir in pasta; cook 10-12 minutes longer or until vegetables and pasta are tender. Add meatballs and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 772mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges