Description
Italian Wedding Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender meatballs, vibrant greens, and tiny pasta in a savory chicken broth. This comforting soup is perfect for family gatherings or chilly evenings, offering a delightful burst of flavors in every spoonful. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s a dish that brings warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach or escarole
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup acini di pepe or orzo pasta
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
- Roll the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes). Remove from the pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and carrots until tender (3-4 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the meatballs and greens; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in pasta and cook according to package instructions (usually about 8 minutes). Adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg