Italian Wedding Soup
Italian Wedding Soup is a comforting, hearty dish made with delicious meatballs, greens, and pasta, simmered in a flavorful broth. It’s perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 cooking spoon
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 whisk
- 1 ladle
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Feel free to use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese Serve with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 each egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 cup small pasta (acini di pepe or orzo) Cook according to package instructions.
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 each carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, until browned.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the small pasta to the soup and cook according to the package instructions, typically about 7-10 minutes.
- Once the pasta is cooked, add the baked meatballs and chopped greens to the pot. Stir and let them simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Feel free to use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option for the meatballs.
For extra flavor, you can incorporate Italian sausage with the ground beef.
This soup keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days, and the flavors continue to develop. You can also freeze it for up to three months.