Party Italian Wedding Soup
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Description: This makes a large and flavorful batch of soup that serves as a comforting meal perfect for gatherings. Serve it alongside Italian or French bread for a delightful dining experience that warms the heart and fills the belly.
Recipe Category: Poultry
Keywords: Vegetable, Meat, < 4 Hours
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Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Chicken broth |
| 10 | Cups frozen chopped spinach |
| 2 | Onions, diced |
| 2 | Carrots, diced |
| 2 | Celery stalks, diced |
| 1 | Pound ground beef |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1 | Pound boneless skinless chicken breast, diced |
| 1 | Cup orzo pasta |
| 3 | Cups small pasta shells |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 235.9 kcal |
| Total Fat | 8.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g |
| Cholesterol | 65.4 mg |
| Sodium | 552.7 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 17.2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g |
| Sugars | 3.2 g |
| Protein | 21.5 g |
Instructions
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Prepare the Soup Base
In a large pot over medium heat, combine the chicken broth with the frozen chopped spinach, diced onions, diced carrots, and diced celery. Stir the mixture well and allow it to simmer, letting the flavors meld together for approximately 15 to 20 minutes until the vegetables soften and become aromatic. -
Make the Meatballs
In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with the bread crumbs and the egg. Mix everything thoroughly using your hands or a spoon, ensuring that the ingredients are evenly incorporated. Once the mixture is well-blended, take small portions and roll them into meatballs, aiming for about 1/2 inch in diameter. -
Cook the Meatballs
Carefully drop the prepared meatballs into the simmering soup. Gently stir to ensure they are distributed evenly throughout the pot. Allow the meatballs to cook in the broth for approximately 5 to 7 minutes. -
Add Chicken
Next, add the chunks of boneless skinless chicken breast into the soup. Stir the pot to combine, and let the soup simmer on medium-low heat for about 1 hour. This will ensure the chicken is cooked through and that all flavors have developed beautifully. -
Incorporate the Pasta
About 30 minutes before you plan to serve the soup, add the orzo pasta and small pasta shells to the pot. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot. Allow the soup to continue simmering until the pasta is tender and cooked to your liking. -
Season and Serve
Once everything is cooked and combined, taste the soup and season with salt and pepper according to your preferences. Serve the hearty Italian wedding soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, alongside crusty Italian or French bread to soak up the delicious broth.
Enjoy this delightful and filling soup, perfect for parties and family gatherings, ensuring everyone leaves satisfied and warm!
