Gnocchi, Spinach, and Meatball Soup
Ingredients:
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2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
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4 (32 ounce) cans low-sodium chicken broth
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1 large yellow onion, diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 large bay leaf
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon sea salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 carrot, shredded
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2 cups thinly sliced escarole
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2 (17.5 ounce) packages potato gnocchi
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1 cup half-and-half
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6 ounces fresh baby spinach leaves
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2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or Italian parsley
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¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or more as needed for serving
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1 ¼ pounds ground beef
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1 large egg, beaten
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¼ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
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2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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¾ teaspoon garlic salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper