THYME FOR MEATBALL SOUP

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"Thyme is one of my favorite herbs to grow," reports field editor Jennie Freeman of Long Creek, Oregon. "Thyme adds a fresh spark to this hearty soup."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 egg
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
3/4 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 pounds red potatoes, cubed
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine egg, bread crumbs, half of the thyme and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, brown meatballs; drain and set aside., In the same pan, saute onion, carrots and mushrooms in oil until onion is tender. Stir in the potatoes, broth, tomatoes, meatballs and remaining thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 775mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges