Minestrone Meatball Soup Recipe

Name: Minestrone Meatball Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 5 None green onions, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil leaves; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 slices prosciutto, chopped; 1 None carrot, finely chopped; 1 stalk celery, finely chopped; 2 (13.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes; 2 cups beef stock; 1 None zucchini, finely chopped; 1 None bay leaf; 1 tbsp raw sugar; None None grated Parmesan, to serve

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
5 None green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp olive oil
4 slices prosciutto, chopped
1 None carrot, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
2 (13.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes
2 cups beef stock
1 None zucchini, finely chopped
1 None bay leaf
1 tbsp raw sugar
None None grated Parmesan, to serve

1
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, 1/2 the green onions, 1 clove garlic and 1 tbsp basil. Season. Roll into balls, each around 1 tbsp. Chill for 10 mins.
2
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium heat. Cook prosciutto, carrot and celery with remaining onion and garlic for 4-5 mins, until tender. Add tomatoes, stock, 2 cups water, zucchini, bay leaf and sugar. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium and simmer, covered, for 10 mins, until zucchini is tender. Season.
3
Heat remaining oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook meatballs for 8-10 mins, turning on all sides, until golden and cooked through. Add meatballs to soup and simmer for 2-3 mins, to heat through. Stir remaining basil through soup. Serve sprinkled with Parmesan.

457

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 5 None green onions, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil leaves, and more.

Yes, Minestrone Meatball 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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Minestrone Meatball Soup

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