Description
This Crockpot Italian Meatball Soup is an easy, comforting meal filled with flavorful meatballs, fresh vegetables, and rich broth. Simply add all the ingredients to the slow cooker, and let it do the work for you! A perfect cozy dish for busy days.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- Frozen or homemade meatballs (quantity based on preference, approx. 1 lb)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 4 cups beef or chicken broth
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh spinach or kale (optional, added at the end)
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
- Optional: cooked pasta or rice, for added heartiness
Instructions
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Add Ingredients to the Crockpot:
- Place the frozen or homemade meatballs into the crockpot.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, broth, carrots, celery, onion, zucchini, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Cook the Soup:
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the meatballs are heated through and the vegetables are tender.
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Add Greens (optional):
- About 15 minutes before serving, add fresh spinach or kale to the soup. Stir it in and let it wilt in the hot broth.
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Serve:
- Once the soup is done, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve the soup hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese. For extra heartiness, you can add cooked pasta or rice to each bowl before serving.
Notes
- To make the soup gluten-free, use gluten-free meatballs and pasta or rice.
- This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can puree a portion of the soup before adding the greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian