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Italian Wedding Soup

Italian Wedding Soup is a hearty and comforting dish filled with tender meatballs, fresh greens, and delicious broth, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Soup Base
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For Garnishing
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Meatballs
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Mix thoroughly and form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cook the Meatballs
  1. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Add the meatballs gently into the simmering broth and cook for about 10 minutes until cooked through.
Add Vegetables
  1. Add diced onions, carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the pot.
  2. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Add Greens
  1. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for another 5 minutes until wilted.
Serve
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a splash of lemon juice before serving. This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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