LAMB MEATBALL AND BEAN SOUP

Lamb Meatball and Bean Soup image

Provided by southern chef in lo

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground lamb
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans or 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained
1/2 teaspoon crushed dried thyme leaves
salt and pepper

Steps:

Combine lamb, onion, garlic, cumin, and salt; mix lightly and shape into 1-inch meatballs. Brown the meatballs in large skillet over medium high heat turning occasionally.
Meanwhile bring broth to a boil in large saucepan; add the broccoli and tomato. Return to a boil; reduce the heat and cover.
When the meatballs are browned, remove from skillet with slotted spoon. Add to the broth.
Add the beans and thyme; simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.8, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 82.8, Sodium 1078, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 29.2