Description
Italian Wedding Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender meatballs, vibrant greens, and rich broth into a comforting bowl of goodness. This classic Italian recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home, offering a delightful blend of flavors that evoke cherished memories. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, it can be customized with your favorite vegetables and herbs for a personal touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 4 cups fresh spinach (or kale)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup acini di pepe pasta
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to form meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Add diced carrots and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Form small meatballs (about 1 inch) and drop them into the simmering broth. Cook for 10-15 minutes until done.
- Stir in acini di pepe pasta and cook according to package instructions (6-8 minutes). Add fresh spinach just before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg