Italian Wedding Soup
Italian Wedding Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines savory meatballs, vibrant greens, and delicate acini di pepe pasta in a rich chicken broth. This comforting soup is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, delivering warmth and nostalgia in every spoonful. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, it’s a go-to recipe that will impress your loved ones and leave them asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 cup acini di pepe pasta
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs (about 1 inch).
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown meatballs for about 5-7 minutes; remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Stir in spinach or kale.
- Add acini di pepe pasta; cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes).
- Return meatballs during the last minute of cooking; adjust seasoning before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (355g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg