Hearty Meatball Spinach Soup Recipe

Name: Hearty Meatball Spinach Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. lean ground beef King Sooper's 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09; 1 onion, chopped, divided; 3 cloves garlic, minced, divided; 2 tsp. dried oregano leaves, divided; 20 saltine crackers, finely crushed; 1 egg, beaten; 1 Tbsp. oil; 2 cans (14 oz. each) reduced sodium beef broth; 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) stewed tomatoes, undrained; 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained

Servings: persons

1
Combine meat, 1/4 cup onions, 1/3 of garlic and 1/2 tsp.
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oregano in large bowl.
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Add cracker crumbs and egg; mix well.
4
Shape into 1-inch balls.
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Cook and stir remaining onions and garlic in hot oil in Dutch oven or large saucepan on medium-high heat 3 to 5 min.
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or until onions are tender.
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Add broth, tomatoes, spinach and remaining oregano; bring to boil.
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Add meatballs; cover.
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Simmer on low 20 to 25 min.
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or until meatballs are done.
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Serve with additional saltines.

274

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. lean ground beef King Sooper's 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09, 1 onion, chopped, divided, 3 cloves garlic, minced, divided, 2 tsp. dried oregano leaves, divided, and more.

Yes, Hearty Meatball Spinach Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Hearty Meatball Spinach Soup

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