Monday, December 7, 2009

Mini Meatball & Ravioli Soup

Mini Meatball & Ravioli Soup


This is a hearty, robust, stick-to-your ribs soup with incredible flavor. Each and every bite is filled with comfort and joy. It's exactly the kind of food I crave at this time of year. I used a 'mini' theme - meatballs and cheese ravioli - just the perfect size to fit on your soup spoon. And truly a marriage made in Italian heaven. It comes together fairly quickly and doesn't take long to cook. It's brimming with garlic, fresh parsley and Italian seasonings from the broth to the meatballs and all the way to the croutons. It's studded with diced tomatoes and spinach. The meatballs have the most delicious flavor; tender and cooked to the point where they want to fall apart but don't. It makes a satisfying main dish; filling like a stew but brothy like a soup. My Mom told me not to post it on here; she wants me to save it for a soup contest. She really loved it. You will too. All that's left is for you to get out to your kitchen and conjure up a steaming-hot, delectable pot full of yummy goodness!


Mini Meatball & Ravioli Soup


Mini Meatball and Ravioli Soup
(by Reeni)

For the Soup:
1 large Yellow Onion, diced
1 Green Bell Pepper, diced
Olive Oil, for sauteing
Salt and fresh pepper
5 cloves Garlic, minced
1 Bay Leaf
1 tablespoon fresh Parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
1 teaspoon Thyme
3 - 14 ounce cans Chicken Broth(5-6 cups)
1 - 14 ounce can diced Tomatoes
1 - 13 ounce bag of frozen Mini Cheese Ravioli
1 and 1/2 cups Frozen or Fresh Chopped Spinach
Fresh Grated Parmesan or Romano for serving

For the Meatballs:
1 pound Ground Beef (85%)
1/4 cup finely diced Yellow Onion
4 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh Parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon Salt
1/3 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 Egg, beaten
1/4 cup Italian Bread Crumbs

For the Garlic Croutons
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
2-3 tablespoons Butter
1 roll, or thick sliced bread, cubed
a few fresh Parsley leaves, minced

1. In a large soup pot saute the onion and bell pepper in two tablespoons Olive oil until soft and tender, season with salt and pepper. Add the garlic, saute until fragrant. Add the parsley, Italian seasoning, thyme, chicken broth, and tomatoes. Bring slowly up to a boil. In the meantime make the meatballs.

2. Combine all the meatball ingredients in a large bowl. Measure out two teaspoons and form into a ball. Measure out a few to use as a guide for making the rest.

3. Once the soup is boiling carefully drop the meatballs into the pot using a spoon. Bring back to a slow simmer and continue simmering for ten minutes.

4. Turn up the heat and carefully add the mini raviolis and the spinach. Bring back up to a simmer and continue simmering for ten more minutes or until ravioli are cooked through. Don't cook past this - the meatballs will begin to fall apart. In the meantime make the croutons.

5. To make the croutons saute two cloves garlic in one Olive oil until fragrant. Add two - three tablespoons butter, the cubed bread, and the parsley. Cook over medium-low heat, turning to get all sides browned.

6. Serve topped with croutons and with plenty of Parmesan Cheese.



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Mini Meatball & Ravioli Soup


81 comments:

The Blonde Duck said...

Meatballs and pasta in soup!! Oh hooray! This will delight both me and Ben!

Juliana said...

Wow, your soup looks delicious so rich in flavor...mini meatballs and ravioli what a match!

Jenn said...

Soup is the way to go for today. I like the mini meatballs. hehe...

Dawn said...

I really wish I had some of this now. I mean really.

Fresh Local and Best said...

Wow this soup looks so wonderfully flavorful and hearty. I'm so impressed!

VeggieGirl said...

Fun soup variety!

Congratulations to the winner!

Gera @ SweetsFoods said...

Soup with meatball and ravioli wow this comfort food always have a winner place in my menu :)

Congrats to Jessie and to you for the giveaway :D

Cheers!

Gera

Maria said...

It is freezing here, I want to eat soup every day!

Sagan said...

Mmmm that looks DELICIOUS!

doggybloggy said...

what a hearty looking soup - its like a wedding soup kicked out of this galaxy -

Palidor said...

You thought of everything, Reeni! Mini ingredients are perfect for soup. Yum, I would love a big bowl.

♥peachkins♥ said...

Gosh I'm drooling just by looking at this soup.

Eva Gallant said...

Major Yummy stuff!

healthhappinesshope said...

What a unique mix of ingredients and flavors for this soup! Seriously Reeni, you have found your niche with soups!!!

xxoo
Heather

BeadedTail said...

I can see why your mom wanted you to save it for a soup contest. It looks delicious! We were just looking for hearty soups now that the weather has turned so frigid and I think this one certainly fits the bill!

Love to the most handsome Moon!

Sarah said...

MMmmmm, sounds soooo good! Perfect for the cold rainy day we are having!

OysterCulture said...

Oh my goodness, that soup looks amazing. Just the thing on those random days when it snows in San Francisco - seriously! I cannot wait to try this recipe.

theUngourmet said...

I would have loved to eat this for my dinner tonight. I am loving those cute little meatballs!

ARLENE said...

Your soup looks quite delicious. I love using "mini" stuff and mini meatballs and mini ravioli add up to maxi flavor, I'm sure.

Nutmeg Nanny said...

Oh man this is so the soup for me:) It reminds me of a soup that my boyfriends step mom makes. I can't wait to give this a try...yum!

DCRose said...

Oh my goodness! This looks wonderful. It is making my mouth water. I am definitely going to make this soon. Thanks, Rosie

Ingrid said...

Mmmm, that soup looks delish. It's actually been cool here in FL. I've been taking advantage and making soup! Just added this one to the list.
~ingrid

Chow and Chatter said...

wow what a great winter soup love it

5 Star Foodie said...

I love your pairing of meatballs and ravioli in this delicious soup! Definitely perfect and comforting!

Calm In The Kitchen said...

Reeni this looks delicious! Hearty and satisfying. I am definitely putting this on my short list of things to make!

redkathy said...

You have done it again Reeni. Fabulous soup! Meatballs, ravioli and greens spell childhood for me.

lisaiscooking said...

I love a soup with green and little meatballs, and the cheese ravioli sound fantastic in this!

Justin said...

holy cow, the garlic croutons really put this one over the top

Kathleen said...

This soup is right up my alley. It looks fab-u-lous!!!

Kim said...

The mini theme is so cute! This soup looks beautiful Reeni!

Barbara Bakes said...

I could use a soup that brings comfort and joy this time of year! I'll have to give it a try!

Ivy said...

These sound delicious. I've never made meatballs or ravioli into a soup before.

Angie's Recipes said...

That's such a delightful soup of the day! Love how you describe it as a "stick-to-your ribs" soup...

Debinhawaii said...

You can never go wrong with "minis" especially meatballs. What a great soup with a wonderful combination of ingredients. Love the red patterned bowl too. ;-)

Heavenly Housewife said...

What a fab looking soup, absolutely chock full of goodies :)

Joanne said...

My favorite soup that my grandmother ever made was her mini meatball soup. I have still been looking for a way to recreate it to this day. And really, it could have only been made better with ravioli, which are my favorite type of pasta by far. So delicious!

Natashya KitchenPuppies said...

Totally hearty, our family would love this!

Jessie said...

I am so excited to have won the giveaway!

mini meatball and ravioli soup looks so tasty and you're right it is definitely a stick to your ribs kind of meal!

Kelly said...

Come winter I start craving pasta and soup so I love that this combines both.

Shannon said...

so delicous! that looks like a bowl of comfort, and i would love one for lunch ;)

teresa said...

i really want to dive headfirst into this soup, delicious!

Katherine Aucoin said...

This is the PERFECT soup! I am going to get busy in the kitchen and give this soup a whirl. your pictures have me drooling!

Chocolaty Lifestyle said...

Wow, what a perfect and yummy dinner! :)

So Not Mom-a-licious said...

I'm on my way to the store today and have no idea what to make for dinner. But I'm thinking this might work since the weather outside is frightful!
The funny thing is, that I came here today to see if I could find a little help with roast or pork. Now what do I do?!

AdventurousPickyEater said...

I have been searching for a new meatball soup recipe. I can't wait to try this one.

Faith said...

Soup is such a comforting meal, especially this time of year! This looks fabulous, and I love the adorable mini theme!

The Food Hunter said...

This looks delicious. Believe it or not it's freexing here in Arizona and soup sounds really good right now.

Julie said...

Beautiful soup...definitely bookmarking this. I'm in such a soup modd lately.
congrats to the winner!

Elra said...

What a delicious looking soup. Very mouth watering photos.

Catherine said...

Reeni, this looks scrumptious! A perfect dish for this cold winter weather!

Jen @ My Kitchen Addiction said...

Yum! I love ravioli, but have never made it put it in soup. Love the addition of meatballs, too. I might have to give this a try!

Mimi said...

Perfect soup. Wonderful flavors and textures, all in bite sized bits.
Mimi

Diana said...

Oh how I could go for a big bowl of that right now! Would you believe that is actually COLD in LA? Well, it is! :) I'm wearing socks to bed!

Gladys Kock said...

Reeni, what a substantial soup! Mini meatballs and ravioli making up a one-pot dish. Give me this with a plate of steamed rice, I am set! A great combo!

Katy ~ said...

Reenie, dear, I hope you know that I really enjoy ALL your recipes, but for whatever reason, at 4:36 a.m. this morning, I am particuarly loving this one. (This soup and the 6 inches of snow we're expecting make for a cuddle-in day.) Your soup looks sooooo good!!!

Lori said...

I love your soups! This one looks great for a cold night. I also love that oatmeal banana bread. That one is good for a cold morning. :) I need to try them both!

Walk in the Woods said...

I have a big pot of chicken stock (from a lovely happy chicken from an area farm) *and* some (a lot) of ground beef (and other cuts) from a pasture fed source (the same farm) ... and I see this soup (or some personal adaptation to it) in my very near future!

My spouse want the spaghetti pie ... so I'll be the pasta and ricotta tomorrow and trying that soon too.

LOVE your blog!

stephchows said...

mmmm that does look hearty!! I wish I had some waiting for me at home for dinner tonight :)

Olive said...

I can just imagine how good this soup is..esp at this time of year..yumm!

Debbie said...

That looks so good and hearty. Perfect for this time of year. Love your banana bread too!!!!

Claudia said...

Yes, to the meatballs. Yes, ravioli, yes, croutons - all in one tasty dish. Yes, yes, yes!

pigpigscorner said...

This looks so comforting!

Katherine said...

That looks FABULOUS!!! I plan to try it this weekend!!! WOW!

Pumpkin said...

Yum! It's like italian wedding soup, but better. (Because adding ravioli makes anything better!)
I am making this one for sure!

~~louise~~ said...

It poured nearly all day today here in New York. I can't think of anything I would rather cozy up to then your comforting Mini Meatball & Ravioli Soup. It sounds heavenly.

Thanks for sharing...

Renata said...

Ribs in the soup makes it soooo comfortable.... And delicious, of course!

kelsey said...

This looks so unbelievabley good!! I think I will make mine with Kale instead of spinach as I have so much left in the garden... Oh, thanks for visiting my blog!! You made my day!!

VetTech said...

I can't wait to make this soup..it looks fantastic!

Joyce said...

Comfort food is the best and I think you could definitely win a contest with this recipe. Listen to your Mom on this one and enter this recipe.
Joyce

Sharmilee! :) said...

Soup looks yummy...first time here..nice clicks and liked the header a lot!!

noobcook said...

That's a totally hearty soup to tug into! :)

Live.Love.Eat said...

This looks incredible as does all your dishes. Looks so filling and comforting. Love mini!!!

Nick said...

Never had a meatball soup but someone was just telling me about it. Sounds delicious, I need to give it a try!

Bridgett said...

This is what my grandmother made for all of us for our Xmas Eve dinner. As a child I never appreciated it and begged for McDOnalds on the way home! Now I do wish my grandma was able to cook so we could enjoy this soup again. Your recipe brought back so many good memories. Thank you Reeni!

unconfidentialcook said...

I absolutely cannot wait to make this. Looks/sounds absolutely delicious, and I know it will be a huge hit with everyone here (family and friends). A big thank you!

Kerstin said...

I LOVE this!! It's so hearty that you can just serve it alone and the ravioli sound so delicious!

Crystal said...

Thank goodness I discovered your blog today as your recipes are my type of eatin'! It started snowing 2 days ago here in Germany and so this type of comfort food is exactly what we need.

Esi said...

This looks and sounds so very amazing. I want to make something similar soon.

The Duo Dishes said...

This soup sounds like one of the best things you could eat right now. The pasta, the meat..yum.

Phoo-D said...

This is a perfect bowl of comfort! It looks totally delicious. Yum.

TALES FROM THE TRENCHES OF PARENTING said...

Thank you for a truly wonderful dinner idea on this very, very cold Florida night. I'm freezing, and this soup is right up my alley!

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