For a richer flavor, use homemade meatballs or brown the meatballs in the pot before adding the vegetables. Adjust the amount of water depending on your desired soup consistency. Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots, celery, or zucchini. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Macaroni Meatball Soup
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS27
A hearty and comforting dish that blurs the line between soup and pasta. This rustic creation features tender macaroni and savory Italian-style meatballs simmered in a rich tomato-based broth, perfect for a chilly evening.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate87 g
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Cholesterol145 mg
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Fiber11 g
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Protein43 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium1442 mg
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Sugar13 g
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Fat31 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. (2 minutes)
02
Step
7 mins
Add the chopped bell pepper and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and softened, about 5-7 minutes.
03
Step
1 mins
Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
04
Step
1 mins
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir in the brown sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
05
Step
5 mins
Add the thawed meatballs and water. Bring the mixture to a boil. (5 minutes)
06
Step
20 mins
Once boiling, stir in the uncooked macaroni. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the macaroni is cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 15-20 minutes.
07
Step
1 mins
Ladle into bowls and serve hot. Garnish with fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
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Paolo Hirthe
Jun 22, 2025The brown sugar really balances the acidity of the tomatoes. Great recipe!
Lucy Champlin
Jun 6, 2025This is the best macaroni meatball soup recipe I've tried. Thanks for sharing!
Norris Huels
May 18, 2025It's a great base recipe, very easy to customize with different vegetables or spices.
Madaline Hilll
May 11, 2025This soup is a weeknight staple in our house! So easy and comforting.
Bette Willms
May 2, 2025I didn't have Italian seasoning, so I used a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme. It was delicious!
Albertha Schumm
Apr 24, 2025I used ditalini pasta instead of macaroni and it worked perfectly.
Tressa Crist
Mar 21, 2025I added some chopped carrots and celery for extra veggies. My kids loved it!
Einar Sawayn
Mar 16, 2025Next time I will try making my own meatballs.