Italian Wedding Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 1 garlic clove
minced
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
grated
- 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 3 Tbsp whole milk
- or to taste1 tsp salt
- or to taste1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 medium onion
finely chopped
- 1 carrot
peeled and thinly sliced
- 5 oz fresh spinach
coarsley chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
minced
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup dry acini de pepe pasta
or orzo
- 8 cups chicken broth
- or to taste1 1/2 tsp salt
- or to taste1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
for serving
Directions
- 1
In a bowl, combine together the ground pork, beef, egg, garlic, parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, milk, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Shape into 18-20 meatballs (or 35-40 mini meatballs).
- 2
In a Dutch oven, heat 1 Tbsp oil over medium/high heat. Once the oil is hot, add half of the meatballs. Cook until the meatballs are browned, turning occasionally. Remove the meatballs to a separate dish and repeat with remaining meatballs.
- 3
Add 1 Tbsp butter with onions and carrots and sautee until soft and golden (6-7 minutes), then add the minced garlic and saute another minute.
- 4
Pour in the broth and add the pasta, bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the meatballs back to the soup, season with salt and pepper to taste, and keep at a low boil for an additional 7-9 minutes, or until pasta is cooked to your desired doneness.
- 6
Add the spinach and cook another minute, or until spinach is wilted. Serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
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About this Recipe
Looking for that classic bowl of comfort? This Italian Wedding Soup recipe brings together tender, homemade meatballs, delicate pasta, and fresh vegetables in a savory broth, creating a meal that feels both wholesome and indulgent. It's the perfect heartwarming dish for any day of the week. This Italian Wedding Soup promises to become a cherished recipe in your home.
This recipe stands out by combining a flavorful blend of both ground pork and ground beef for the meatballs, ensuring they're rich, moist, and tender. The careful balance of fresh aromatic vegetables like finely chopped onion and thinly sliced carrots, alongside vibrant fresh spinach, creates a comforting and deeply satisfying soup experience that's greater than the sum of its parts. You'll appreciate the harmony of flavors in every spoonful.
Prepare for a wonderfully hearty and warming bowl of soup. You'll savor the small, perfectly seasoned meatballs, enhanced with minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, alongside delicate acini de pepe or orzo pasta. Each spoonful offers the subtle sweetness of cooked carrots, the freshness of spinach, and the aromatic notes of onion and garlic, all brought together by a rich, savory chicken broth. It’s a comforting dish that feels like a hug in a bowl, perfect for cooler evenings or a cozy family meal.
Feel free to adjust the meatballs by using all ground beef or all ground pork if you prefer, though the blend offers a richer flavor. While acini de pepe is traditional for Italian Wedding Soup, orzo makes an excellent and readily available alternative, as noted in the recipe. For more greens, you could add finely chopped escarole or even a bit of kale towards the end of cooking, in addition to the spinach.
This Italian Wedding Soup is a complete meal in itself, ideal for family dinners or a comforting lunch. Serve it piping hot with an extra sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top for an added layer of salty, savory goodness.