Monster Mash Meatball Soup
Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff 4 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook Time| Ingredients |
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| 1 package (16 oz.) frozen fully cooked beef meatballs |
| 1 c. frozen vegetable mixture, such as broccoli, cauliflower and carrots |
| 2 c. water |
| 1 can (14 to 14 1/2 oz.) ready to serve beef broth |
| 1 can (14 1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes with roasted garlic |
| 3/4 c. uncooked Halloween pasta shapes |
Directions:
1. Combine frozen vegetables, water, broth, tomatoes and pasta in large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 8 minutes or until pasta is just tender.
2. Meanwhile microwave meatballs according to package directions. Add meatballs to soup; simmer 3 minutes or until meatballs are heated through. Garnish with spooky decorations, as desired (see Note).
* Note: Add your own Halloween pasta shapes and spooky decorations to this family favorite dish. Spooky Decorations:
* dairy Sour Cream Full Moon
* black olive Bats
* Parmesan Cheese Ghosts
* creepy croutons
* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff
Nutrition:
Calories: 483; Total Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 4mg; Total Carbs: 36g; Protein: 17g; Sodium: 1776mg;