Chef Sven's Famous Meatball Soup Recipe

Chef Sven • 2023-09-17

Today, I am going to share with you one of my all-time favorite recipes: Chef Sven’s Famous Meatball Soup. This hearty and comforting soup is packed with tender meatballs, vegetables, and flavorful broth. It’s the perfect meal for a cozy night at home or a chilly winter day.

Growing up in Sweden, meatball soup was a staple in my family’s kitchen. My grandmother would spend hours rolling the perfect meatballs and simmering them in a rich broth. The aroma that filled the house was absolutely heavenly.

Now, I know what you’re thinking. Making meatballs from scratch may sound intimidating, but trust me, it’s easier than you think. And the homemade meatballs make all the difference in this soup. They’re tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor.

So, let’s get started on making this delicious meatball soup!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes, bay leaf, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer.
5. Carefully drop the meatballs into the simmering broth. Cook for 10 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
6. Remove the bay leaf from the soup.
7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

I hope you give this recipe a try and enjoy it as much as my family does. There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of Chef Sven’s Famous Meatball Soup. It’s comfort in a bowl!

Until next time, happy cooking!

Love, Chef Sven