Italian Meatball Soup - Comforting and Flavorful Dinner - My Homemade Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef or a mix of beef and pork.
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs.
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
• 1 egg.
• 2 cloves garlic, minced.
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tsp dried).
• 1/2 tsp salt.
• 1/4 tsp black pepper.
• 1 tbsp olive oil.
• 1 small onion, finely chopped.
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced.
• 2 celery stalks, sliced.
• 3 cloves garlic, minced.
• 6 cups chicken or beef broth.
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes.
• 1 tsp dried oregano.
• 1 tsp dried basil.
• Salt and pepper to taste.
• 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or orzo).
• 2 cups fresh spinach or kale.
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving.
• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional).