Ah, “Tomato Soup Meatballs” — a cozy, hearty twist on meatballs simmered in tomato soup! Here’s a tasty recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
For the meatballs:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or mix of beef & pork)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or a mix of oregano & basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the tomato soup sauce:
- 1 can (10–12 oz / 300–350 g) condensed tomato soup
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- 1/2 tsp paprika or smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the meatballs:
- In a bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, onion, egg, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently until just combined (don’t overmix to keep them tender).
- Form into small meatballs, about 1–1.5 inches in diameter.
- Cook the meatballs:
- Heat a bit of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Brown the meatballs on all sides (they don’t need to be fully cooked since they’ll simmer in the soup). Remove and set aside.
- Make the tomato soup sauce:
- In the same skillet, combine the condensed tomato soup, milk, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer the meatballs:
- Add the browned meatballs back into the sauce.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 10–15 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through and sauce is warmed and slightly thickened.
- Serve:
- Spoon meatballs and tomato soup over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes, or enjoy with crusty bread.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
✨ Optional twists:
- Add a handful of frozen peas or carrots to the sauce for extra veggies.
- Stir in a spoonful of cream cheese for a creamier, richer tomato soup flavor.
- Use turkey or chicken for lighter meatballs.
If you want, I can also give you a quick “one-pot” version where the meatballs cook directly in the tomato soup without browning first — super easy for a weeknight dinner. Do you want that version too?
