Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 carrots, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 8 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup small pasta (e.g., acini di pepe or orzo)
– 2 cups fresh spinach or escarole, chopped
– 1 pound ground beef or turkey
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Creating Italian Wedding Soup is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
3. Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
4. Make Meatballs: In a separate bowl, mix the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined. Form small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
5. Cook Meatballs: Carefully drop the meatballs into the boiling broth. Reduce heat and let them simmer for about 10 minutes.
6. Add Pasta: Stir in the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
7. Incorporate Greens: Add the chopped spinach or escarole and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the greens are wilted.
8. Taste and Adjust: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.
9. Serve: Remove from heat, ladle into bowls, and garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g