Special Sunday Soup(Carol'S) Recipe

Name: Special Sunday Soup(Carol'S)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 Tbsp. chopped parsley; 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1 (10 1/2 oz.) can condensed beef broth (undiluted); 1 (1 lb. 12 oz.) can tomatoes (undrained); 1 (1 3/8 oz.) envelope onion soup mix; 2 c. sliced, pared carrots (4 to 5); 1/2 c. celery tops, chopped; 1/4 c. parsley, chopped; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/4 tsp. oregano; 1/4 tsp. basil; 1 bay leaf

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 c. soft bread crumbs
1/4 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. chopped parsley
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 (10 1/2 oz.) can condensed beef broth (undiluted)
1 (1 lb. 12 oz.) can tomatoes (undrained)
1 (1 3/8 oz.) envelope onion soup mix
2 c. sliced, pared carrots (4 to 5)
1/2 c. celery tops, chopped
1/4 c. parsley, chopped
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. basil
1 bay leaf

1
Prepare meat balls by combining beef, egg, 3 tablespoons water, bread crumbs, salt and parsley.
2
Lightly shape about 24 meat balls.
3
In a 5-quart Dutch oven melt butter and saute meat balls, one layer at a time.
4
Should be brown on all sides.
5
Drain off fat and set meat balls aside on paper towel.
6
Using same Dutch oven, combine 2 cups water, beef broth, tomatoes, onion soup, carrots, celery and remaining ingredients.
7
Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
8
Stir occasionally, breaking up tomatoes.
9
Add meat balls and simmer for 20 minutes more.

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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 1/2 lb. lean ground beef, 1 egg, slightly beaten, 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs, 1/4 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Special Sunday Soup(Carol'S) 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!

Special Sunday Soup(Carol'S)

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