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Italian Wedding Soup

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Indulge in the heartwarming goodness of Italian Wedding Soup, a delightful blend of savory beef meatballs, fresh vegetables, and a rich chicken broth. This comforting dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings, offering robust flavors and nourishment that will satisfy everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 slice soft bread (about ¾ cup fluffed bread crumbs)
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ½ lb ground beef
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (fresh if possible)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 large carrots (peeled and chopped)
  • 2 ribs celery (sliced)
  • 1 medium onion (finely diced)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 Parmesan rind (optional but delicious!)
  • 1 cup small pasta (I used ditalini, but orzo or anything very small will work)
  • 2 cups fresh chopped spinach

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the fluffed bread crumbs and water. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Add ground beef, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  4. In a large pot over medium heat, add a little oil if desired.
  5. Brown meatballs on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove them from the pot and set aside.
  6. In the same pot, add chopped carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
  7. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  8. Return meatballs to the pot with sautéed vegetables.
  9. Add chicken broth, bay leaf, Italian seasoning, salt, and red pepper flakes if using.
  10. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
  11. After simmering for about 20 minutes, add pasta to the soup.
  12. Stir in chopped spinach during the last few minutes of cooking until wilted.
  13. Remove bay leaf before serving.
  14. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan if desired.

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