Description
Italian wedding soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender meatballs, vibrant greens, and small pasta in a savory broth. This comforting recipe is perfect for chilly nights or cozy gatherings and promises to bring the warmth of home-cooked meals to your table. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, it's sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb pork sausage
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 cup small pasta (like Acini di Pepe)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, pork sausage, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into one-inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and brown the meatballs on all sides. Remove from pot.
- Sauté diced carrots and garlic in the same pot until softened. Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in small pasta and greens along with browned meatballs. Simmer until pasta is tender (about 10 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For lighter options, substitute turkey or veggie meatballs. Experiment with different greens like Swiss chard or add red pepper flakes for heat. Store leftover soup in an airtight container for up to three days; add extra broth when reheating.