Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italian Wedding Soup, a delightful blend of savory meatballs, tender pasta, and vibrant spinach simmered in a rich chicken broth. This classic dish is perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings, offering a hearty meal that warms both body and soul. With its quick preparation time and simple ingredients, you can easily whip up this wholesome soup on a busy weeknight or serve it at your next gathering to impress your guests. Whether prepared on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, this Italian Wedding Soup will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb. ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 egg (beaten)
- ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ⅓ 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)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, beaten egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
- Add chicken broth and Italian seasoning; bring to a boil.
- Gently drop in meatballs and simmer on medium-low for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in uncooked acini de pepe pasta and cook until al dente. Add fresh spinach just before serving and stir until wilted.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper; serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg