HUNGARIAN MEATBALL SOUP

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When I got married in 1993, my Grandmother gave me a large rubbermaid bin as a gift. The bin was full of cooking utensils and kitchen items that she picked up at various garage sales and thrift stores to help me on my way as a young wife. In the bin was 'The Hamburger Cookbook' By Ethel Mayer. I'm pretty sure that's first where I...

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Other Soups

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 21

FOR THE MEATBALLS
1/2 lb lean ground beef
1/2 c dry bread crumbs
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp onion powder
2 eggs
1/4 c milk
FOR THE SOUP
2 tsp paprika
1/8 tsp ground thyme
1/8 tsp ground marjoram
2 clove garlic, minced
6 c beef stock
1/2 c water
1/4 c flour
5 large potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, chunked
6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 Tbsp reserved bacon drippings

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together all ingredients for meatballs and shape into bite-sized ball shape. Place on a cookie sheet. Brown meat balls in 350 oven for 15-20 minutes. Drain off grease.
  • 2. Meanwhile brown onions and garlic in 1 Tbsp. of reserved bacon grease.
  • 3. Add all ingredients to dutch oven or soup kettle except for water and flour, and bring just to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • 4. Put water and flour into an air tight container and shake until smooth and blended. Add to pot, stirring gently.
  • 5. Simmer 10-15 more minutes until soup is thickened and potatoes are just tender.
  • 6. Ladle into bowls and serve with crusty bread.

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