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Albondigas (Meatball Soup)

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Yield

6 – 8 Servings

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

30 Minutes

Category

Lunch + Dinner

Calories

228

Carbs

26.6

Fat

4.7

Fiber

2.4

Protein

19.9

WW Points

4

ingredients

for the meatballs:

  • ​1 pound extra lean ground beef

  • ¼ cup white rice

  • ¼ cup parsley, finely chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped

  • ¼ of a medium onion, finely chopped

  • 1 egg

  • ½ cup panko

  • salt and pepper to taste

 

for the soup:

  • 2.5 – 3 quarts beef broth

  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled (or not), cut into bite sized chunks

  • 3 medium carrots, peeled (or not), cut into bite sized chunks

  • ½ brown onion, cut into bite sized chunks 

  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

directions

 for the meatballs:


Step 1:

Mix all ingredients together until well combined. I find using my hands is the best tool. Next, scoop tablespoon size balls of the mixture and set aside.

  • Check my “must haves” page for the perfect size scoop!


Step 2:

In a large pot, bring the beef broth to a boil. Once you reach a boil, add in all the albondigas one by one, and let cook for 20 minutes over medium high heat. This will allow the rice in the albondigas to cook completely.


Step 3:

Next add in the potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic and cook for another 10 minutes. Test that the vegetables are tender and serve immediately.


Step 4:

Garnish with chopped parsley, chili, and some warm tortillas. 

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