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Italian Wedding Soup

Bowl of Italian Wedding Soup

This comforting Italian Wedding Soup features tiny meatballs, flavorful broth, and leafy greens. It’s a hearty and delicious soup perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken or pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup acini di pepe pasta
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, finely chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Roll the meat mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add chicken broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
  5. Gently drop the meatballs into the boiling broth. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
  6. Add the acini di pepe pasta and cook according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes.
  7. Stir in the spinach and parsley and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or a squeeze of lemon juice for added flavor.