Creating Creamy Italian Meatball Soup is a straightforward process. Follow these simple steps to prepare your delicious meal:

1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about one inch in diameter, and set aside.

2. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

3. Brown the Meatballs: Add the meatballs to the pot and cook for about 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides.

4. Add Broth and Tomatoes: Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes (with their juices). Bring the mixture to a boil.

5. Simmer the Soup: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 30 minutes. This allows the meatballs to cook through and the flavors to meld.

6. Stir in Cream: After simmering, slowly stir in the heavy cream. Allow the soup to heat through for another 5-10 minutes, but do not bring it to a boil.

7. Season to Taste: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

8. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup effortlessly.