Description
Italian Wedding Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender meatballs, vibrant greens, and savory broth. This cozy recipe is perfect for family gatherings or quiet nights in, providing a comforting hug in each spoonful. With effortless preparation and rich flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, and egg. Form into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and carrots until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add spinach and let it wilt (about 2 minutes).
- Drop meatballs into the boiling broth; reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired. Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg