Creamy Minestrone & Meatballs

By brownbox

Recipe by gourmetmom

Ingredients

• 8 oz. cream cheese
• 1 lb. frozen Italian Meatballs (or make your own!)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 large carrots, shredded
• 1 can (30 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 large zucchini, chopped
• 1 can (15 oz.) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 oz.) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
• 48 oz. beef broth
• 3 cups water
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons dried basil
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 jar (26 oz) spaghetti sauce
• 8 oz small uncooked pasta

Preparation

Step 1

1
In a large pot over medium-high heat, sauté onion until translucent.

2
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add carrots and tomatoes. Simmer 10 minutes.

3
Add beans and remaining ingredients except cream cheese. Simmer 20 more minutes.

4
Add cream cheese and stir until incorporated.

5
Serve with crusty bread and enjoy!