Tender beef meatballs, penne, and Italian herbs simmer in a rich tomato broth finished with fresh cream. This easy Italian meatball soup is hearty, comforting, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Total Time25 minutesmins
Course: Mains
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Beef meatball soup, Creamy Italian Meatball Soup, creamy meatball soup, easy meatball soup, Italian beef meatball soup, italian meatball soup
Servings: 4
Calories: 225kcal
Author: thetastejournal.com
Ingredients
400gramsBeef meatballs
1Onion- Sliced
7Garlic cloves
200gramsPenne Pasta
1litreWater
75gramsTomato paste
100gramsFresh cream
Spices
½tspWhite pepper
½tspPaprika powder
1Chicken Stock Cube
½tspThyme
½tspOregano
Garnish
20gramsBasil leaves- Fresh
Instructions
Cook the meatballs: Heat oil in a pot on medium-low. Add meatballs and cook for 5 minutes until brown, then set aside.
Caramelize the aromatics: Sauté sliced onions and garlic for 6-8 minutes until caramelized. Mix in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Add meatballs back, then pour in water, chicken stock cube, and spices; simmer for 15 minutes.
Cook the Pasta: Meanwhile, cook pasta in a separate pot for 7 minutes, then drain. Add pasta, fresh cream, and basil to the soup. Adjust salt, cook for an additional 2 minutes, then serve. Enjoy!