Spaghetti & Meatballs Soup W/Mini Grilled Cheese

Name: Spaghetti & Meatballs Soup W/Mini Grilled Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided; 1 minced garlic clove; 1 carrot, chopped; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 1 (15 ounce) canlow-sodium diced tomatoes; 2 cups low sodium chicken broth; 6 ounces ground turkey breast; ¼ cup breadcrumbs; 1 ½ teaspoons dried basil; 1 small egg, beaten; ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese, divided; 2 ounces whole wheat spaghetti, broken; 4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese; 8 slices baguette; 4 teaspoons unsalted butter

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 minced garlic clove
1 carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) canlow-sodium diced tomatoes
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
6 ounces ground turkey breast
¼ cup breadcrumbs
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 small egg, beaten
⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
2 ounces whole wheat spaghetti, broken
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
8 slices baguette
4 teaspoons unsalted butter

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For Soup:Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a large pot on medium high heat.
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Put in the garlic, carrots, celery, and onion.
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Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
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Add tomatoes and broth.
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Bring to a boil.
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then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.
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Meanwhile, make the meatballs: In a small bowl, combine turkey, bread crumbs, basil, egg, and 1/4 cup cheese.
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Roll into mini balls using 1 tsp meat mixture.
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In a pan on medium high heat, brown meatballs in remaining oil until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes.
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Add spaghetti and meatballs to broth.
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Simmer 10 minutes, until pasta is tender.
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Divide into 4 portions and top with remaining Parmesan.
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For Grilled Cheese:Heat a skillet on medium.
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Sandwich cheese in between bread slices.
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Lightly butter both sides of each sandwich.
16
Cook in a skillet until golden brown on each side, and the cheese has melted, 3 to 4 minutes per side.

569

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 carrot, chopped, 1 stalk celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti & Meatballs Soup W/Mini Grilled Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!