Turkey Meatball Soup

dendurgal

This family-friendly dish appeals to both young and old.

Ingredients:

3 cups sodium-reduced chicken broth
2 green onions, sliced
1 carrot, sliced
1 rib celery, sliced
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1 sweet red pepper, chopped
1 cup vermicelli egg noodles
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
Turkey Meatballs:
1 egg
1/4 cup grated onion
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tbsp minced fresh parsley
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 lb lean ground turkey or lean ground veal

Preparation:

Turkey Meatballs: In bowl, combine egg, onion, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt and pepper; mix in turkey. Shape by 1 tbsp into balls.

Bake on greased baking sheet in 400°F oven about 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, in large saucepan, bring broth and 3 cups water to boil. Add green onions, carrot, celery, pepper and thyme; reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

Add red pepper, egg noodles and meatballs; simmer, covered, about 5 minutes. Add peas and heat through.

katie_fitzy

Sounds really yummy-calorie count?