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Italian Wedding Soup

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A classic Italian-American comfort food, Italian Wedding Soup features tender homemade meatballs, tiny pasta, and fresh greens all simmered in a flavorful chicken broth. It’s a hearty and cozy dish that brings together simple ingredients in the most delicious way.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • ½ lb ground beef

  • ½ lb ground pork

  • ½ cup fresh breadcrumbs

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1 egg

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ tsp dried oregano

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

For the Soup:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 carrots, diced

  • 2 celery stalks, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 cup acini di pepe or orzo pasta

  • 4 cups baby spinach or escarole, chopped

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Grated Parmesan, for serving

Instructions

  • Make the Meatballs:
    In a large bowl, mix together all the meatball ingredients. Roll into small balls (about ¾ inch wide). Set aside.

  • Brown the Meatballs:
    In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches, turning to color all sides. They don’t need to be fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.

  • Sauté the Veggies:
    In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–6 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

  • Simmer the Soup:
    Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add browned meatballs, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes.

  • Add Pasta & Greens:
    Stir in pasta and cook according to package directions (about 8–10 minutes). In the last 2 minutes, stir in spinach until wilted.

 

  • Season & Serve:
    Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken for the meatballs.

  • Escarole or kale can be used instead of spinach for a more traditional twist.

 

  • If the soup thickens after cooling, add a splash of broth or water when reheating.

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