Mini Meatball Minestrone Recipe

Name: Mini Meatball Minestrone
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Meatballs; 1 lb ground beef; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or a mix of Parmesan and Romano); 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 egg, lightly beaten; Soup; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 medium onions, chopped; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 3 cups chicken stock; 2 cups tomato juice or 2 cups vegetable juice; 2 cups green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces; 3 carrots, sliced; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (4 ounce) can mushrooms; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (or 1 tsp. dried); 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 cup uncooked small shell pasta, such as elbows

Servings: persons

Meatballs
1 lb ground beef
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or a mix of Parmesan and Romano)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg, lightly beaten
Soup
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups chicken stock
2 cups tomato juice or 2 cups vegetable juice
2 cups green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 carrots, sliced
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (4 ounce) can mushrooms
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (or 1 tsp. dried)
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup uncooked small shell pasta, such as elbows

1
To prepare the meatballs:
2
Preheat oven to 350.
3
In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and roll into 1/2 inch meatballs.
4
Place on a cookie sheet and bake 15 minutes or until brown.
5
To prepare soup (while meatballs are cooking):.
6
Heat oil in a large stockpot. Saute the onions until softened and lightly brown, about 4 minutes.
7
Add garlic and saute 2 minutes longer.
8
Add stock, juice, green beans, carrots, kidney beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
9
Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat and simmer on medium low for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10
Add meatballs.
11
Add pasta, cover pot, and cook about 10 minutes longer.

1161

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

101

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

My Personal Notes

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

You need 28 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Meatballs, 1 lb ground beef, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or a mix of Parmesan and Romano), and more.

Yes, Mini Meatball Minestrone 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!

Mini Meatball Minestrone

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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