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Italian Wedding Soup

Italian Wedding Soup
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Italian Wedding Soup is a heartwarming comfort food that perfectly blends savory meatballs, vibrant greens, and delicate pasta in a rich, flavorful broth. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this classic Italian dish will warm your soul and leave everyone asking for more. With its nutritious ingredients and quick preparation time, it’s a family-friendly meal that even picky eaters will love. Whether simmered on the stovetop or cooked slowly in a crock pot, this soup promises a delightful culinary experience that embodies the essence of Italian home cooking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ lb. ground beef (85% lean)
  • ½ lb. ground pork
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 yellow onion (diced)
  • 1 ¼ cups carrots (diced)
  • 2 celery ribs (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ¾ cup acini de pepe pasta (uncooked)
  • 4-5 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt/pepper (to taste)
  • Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the meatballs by mixing ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic in olive oil until tender.
  3. Add chicken broth and Italian seasoning to the pot; bring to a boil.
  4. Carefully add meatballs and acini de pepe pasta to the boiling broth; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until pasta is cooked.
  5. Stir in fresh spinach just before serving until wilted.

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