Minestrone Soup With Turkey Meatballs Recipe

Name: Minestrone Soup With Turkey Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey; 2 cups white onions, chopped & divided; 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs; 2 teaspoons garlic, minced divided; 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil cooking spray; 1 cup celery, chopped; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth; 1 (14 ounce) can tomatoes, diced, undrained; 1 cup green beans, thawed if frozen; 1 teaspoon dried sage; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 1 cup rotini pasta, uncooked

Servings: persons

1 lb ground turkey
2 cups white onions, chopped & divided
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 teaspoons garlic, minced divided
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 tablespoon vegetable oil cooking spray
1 cup celery, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can tomatoes, diced, undrained
1 cup green beans, thawed if frozen
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 cup rotini pasta, uncooked

1
In medium bowl combine turkey, 1 cup onion, bread crumbs, 1 teaspoon minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Shape mixture into 36 meatballs.
2
Place meatballs on baking pan (10 x 15 x 1 inch) sprayed with vegetable cooking spray. Bake at 400 degrees (Fahrenheit) for 20 to 25 minutes or until meatballs are brown on outside and no longer pink in center.
3
In 5-quart saucepan, over medium-high heat, saute remaining onion and garlic with celery in olive oil for 5 to 7 minutes, or until tender.
4
Add chicken broth, tomatoes, green beans, sage, oregano, basil, and parsley. Increase heat and bring mixture to boil; add rotini. Reduce heat,cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
5
Add meatballs and simmer 5 to 10 minutes, or until mixture is heated throughout.
6
Top bowls with parmsean cheese.

669

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground turkey, 2 cups white onions, chopped & divided, 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, 2 teaspoons garlic, minced divided, and more.

Yes, Minestrone Soup With Turkey Meatballs 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Minestrone Soup With Turkey Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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