Meatball soup

Today's soup is Meatball Soup. This one is so easy and filling! And even better, you only need one pot. Less dishes always makes a meal better don't you think?

Meatball Soup
1 packet (1 ox) onion soup mix
2 cups chopped carrots (about 2)
4 cups water
1 (14.5 oz) can stewed tomatoes
1 (14.5 oz) can green beans, drained
3 (14.5 oz) cans chicken broth
1 (16 oz) package frozen mixed vegetables
1 pound ground beef
1 egg
1 cup Parmesan cheese
1 cup dry bread crumbs
Pinch black pepper
1 cup uncooked alphabet pasta (I've also used egg noodles or macaroni)

In a very large pot over med high heat combine soup mix, carrots and water. Cook until carrots are tender. Add tomatoes, green beans, broth and vegetables, simmer 15 minutes. Meanwhile combine beef, egg, cheese and bread crumbs and roll into bite sized meatballs. Yes, the beef is uncooked at this point. Add to soup, simmer 20 minutes. Add pasta, simmer 15 more minutes.