Italian Meatball Soup Rapido
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This Italian meatball soup is a fantastic option for those seeking a nutritious, high-protein meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Combining savoury pre-cooked meatballs with creamy white beans and fresh baby spinach, it offers a wonderful depth of flavour and a satisfying texture. The addition of finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano provides a salty, umami finish that perfectly complements the light chicken broth and aromatic base of softened carrots and celery.
Ideal for a busy weeknight dinner or a healthy pre-prepared lunch, this comforting soup is both light and filling. Using frozen onions and pre-cooked meatballs keeps the preparation time minimal, making it a reliable recipe for any home cook. Serve hot in deep bowls with a final dusting of Italian cheese and perhaps a slice of crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.
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Ingredients for Italian Meatball Soup Rapido
60ml olive oil
240ml frozen chopped onions (about 170g )
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 celery rib, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
2 carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1250ml reduced-sodium chicken broth (42 fl ounces)
600ml water
20 refrigerated or frozen precooked meatballs (15 to 575g )
2 (400g) cans small white beans, drained and rinsed
1 (5- to 170g ) bag baby spinach, coarsely chopped
120ml finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
3/4 teaspoons salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoons black pepper
Accompaniment: finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
How to make Italian Meatball Soup Rapido
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 5- to 6-quart pot over high heat until hot but not smoking, then cook onions, garlic, celery, and carrots, stirring occasionally, until onions are pale golden, about 4 minutes. Stir in broth and water and bring to a boil, covered. Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté meatballs (do not thaw if frozen), turning occasionally, until browned all over, about 3 minutes. Add meatballs to soup along with beans and briskly simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and meatballs are heated through, about 15 minutes. Stir in spinach, cheese, salt, and pepper and simmer, uncovered, until spinach is wilted, about 1 minute.
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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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