Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 small onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 1 cup small pasta (such as acini di pepe or orzo)
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup fresh spinach or escarole, chopped
– 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 pound ground beef or turkey
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
Creating Italian Wedding Soup is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
3. Pour Broth: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
4. Season: Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes to develop flavors.
5. Cook Pasta: Add the small pasta to the simmering broth and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 7-10 minutes.
6. Prepare Meatballs: While the pasta cooks, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, and Italian seasoning in a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
7. Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
8. Add Meatballs: Gently drop the meatballs into the simmering soup. Allow them to cook for about 10-15 minutes or until fully cooked.
9. Add Greens: Stir in the chopped spinach or escarole and parsley, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the greens are wilted.
10. Taste and Adjust: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible Italian Wedding Soup effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g