Description
Italian Wedding Soup is a comforting dish that warms both the heart and the soul. This classic Italian recipe features tender meatballs made from a savory blend of ground beef and pork, simmered in a rich chicken broth alongside vibrant greens and fresh vegetables. Each spoonful offers a delightful combination of flavors that evoke family gatherings and cozy evenings at home. Perfect for any occasion, this soup is not only delicious but also easy to make, making it a fantastic addition to your weekly meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 lb pork sausage
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork sausage, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs (about 1 inch).
- Sauté chopped onions and sliced carrots in olive oil over medium heat until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Drop meatballs into the simmering broth and cook for 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in spinach or kale during the last few minutes until wilted.
- Adjust seasoning before serving hot.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, swap meatballs for lentil or chickpea alternatives and use vegetable broth.
Enhance the flavor with herbs like thyme or oregano.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg