Meatball Soup

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (32 ounce) carton beef stock
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon parsley, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix together until well combined.
2. Form into 1-inch meatballs and set aside.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef stock, frozen vegetables, 2 tablespoons parsley, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil.
5. Add the meatballs and reduce heat to low. Simmer until the meatballs are cooked through, about 10 minutes.
6. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• This soup originated in Italy and is a classic comfort food.
• The type of vegetables used in the soup can vary depending on what is in season.
• This soup is usually served with a side of crusty bread.