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Italian Wedding Soup Recipe

Italian Wedding Soup Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and flavorful Italian Wedding Soup recipe featuring tender chicken meatballs, pasta, and nutritious spinach in a savory broth. This classic soup is perfect for chilly days or whenever you crave a heartwarming meal.


Ingredients

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Main Soup Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 2 carrots (peeled and diced)
  • 2 celery stalks (diced)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup dry acini di pepe or orzo pasta
  • 5 oz baby spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground chicken or pork
  • 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Roll into small meatballs.
  2. Cook Soup: Heat olive oil in a pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery. Add garlic, pour in the broth, bring to a boil. Add meatballs, simmer. Add pasta, cook until done. Stir in spinach, season, and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can make the meatballs ahead and freeze them raw or cooked.
  • Substitute kale for spinach or use turkey for a leaner version.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg