In a Dutch oven, over high heat, heat the oil and saute the vegetables and garlic for 4 minutes.
Add all the herbs and spices and cook for 1 minute more.
Add the broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer and simmer for 1 hour.
Add the lemon zest, meatballs, and spinach and cook for 5 minutes.
Serve it up with a hearty bread for slurping.
Mix together all the meatball ingredients and cover with plastic wrap.
Store in fridge at least 20 minutes.
Heat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Form 40 ½ ounce balls from the mixture and set on to the baking sheet. Bake 12 minutes and set aside.
