Hearty Meatball Soup

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  Bread Crumbs, Dry, Plain(120g)
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  Parmesan Cheese(30g)

  Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.

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  Italian seasoning(10g)
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  Garlic powder(1g)
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  Onion powder(3g)
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  ½ tsp salt ($0.02)
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  ¼ tsp black pepper ($0.02)
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  Ground Turkey, 99% Lean(454g)
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  Egg, Whole, Large
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  Carrots
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  Celery
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  Yellow Onion
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  Garlic(240g)
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  Olive oil(30g)

  Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

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  Canned Diced Tomatoes(794g)
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  Tomato Sauce(794g)
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  Low Sodium Beef Broth(960g)
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  Pasta, White, Dry (Unspecified Type)(227g)
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  Parsley, Fresh(30g)
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  Parmesan Cheese(120g)

  Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.

Instructions

1. 1Combine the bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder in a mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, add the ground turkey and large eggs, then fold in the breadcrumb mixture with your hands until just combined—do not overmix or the meatballs will be tough.
2. 2Shape the meat mixture into 16 meatballs (about 2 tablespoons per meatball). Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the meatballs in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and no longer pink inside (internal temperature 165°F). Transfer to a plate and set aside.
3. 3In a large pot, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the carrots, celery, onion, and fresh garlic, cooking for 5–7 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
4. 4Pour the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and low sodium beef broth into the pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then add the dry pasta and the cooked meatballs. Simmer for 10–12 minutes over medium heat until the pasta is tender and cooked through.
5. 5Stir in the fresh parsley and simmer for 1 additional minute to blend flavors.
6. 6Divide the soup evenly into 8 airtight containers while hot, leaving ½ inch of headspace. Cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating, or cool slightly and freeze for longer storage.
7. 7To serve, reheat a portion in a pot over medium heat or in the microwave until steaming. Top each bowl with freshly grated Parmesan.