VEGETABLE MEATBALL SOUP

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This is a delicious soup recipe that takes less than 30 minutes to prepare and is a great way to use up leftover meatballs. The broth is so light and flavorful, everyone wants the recipe! -Susan Westerfield, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
2 cups frozen Italian vegetable blend
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups water
1/3 cup small pasta shells
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, combine the meatballs, broth, vegetable blend, tomatoes, water and pasta. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender. Garnish servings with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 1333mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.