Description
Italian wedding soup is a comforting and hearty dish that brings together tender meatballs, vibrant greens, and rich broth in every spoonful. This recipe captures the essence of family gatherings, delivering a delightful blend of flavors that warms your soul. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive occasions, this easy-to-make soup invites loved ones to gather around the table for a heartwarming meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined. Shape into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches until golden on all sides; set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and carrots for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in chopped spinach until wilted.
- Add chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits; bring to a simmer.
- Return meatballs to the pot and let cook for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg