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Cozy Italian Wedding Soup Recipe with Mini Meatballs Easy and Perfect

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A warm and comforting Italian wedding soup featuring tender mini meatballs, small pasta, and fresh greens in a savory broth. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or cozy meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (lean or mix of beef and pork)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs or panko
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced small
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup small pasta like acini di pepe or orzo
  • 4 cups fresh spinach or escarole, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, grated Parmesan, Italian breadcrumbs, beaten egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs about 1 inch in diameter. Place on a plate or baking sheet.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook until vegetables soften and start to caramelize, about 6-8 minutes. Add minced garlic in the last minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Carefully drop mini meatballs into the boiling broth a few at a time. Stir gently to prevent sticking. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes until meatballs are cooked through and float to the surface.
  6. Stir in small pasta and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. In the last 2 minutes, add chopped fresh spinach or escarole to wilt.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optionally a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or sprinkle of Parmesan. Serve warm.

Notes

Do not overmix meatball mixture to avoid tough meatballs. Use small pasta shapes like acini di pepe or orzo for best texture. Simmer gently to keep meatballs intact. Fresh parsley and Parmesan enhance flavor. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs and pasta accordingly. If broth is too salty, add water or extra greens to mellow.

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Keywords: Italian wedding soup, mini meatballs, comfort food, easy soup recipe, quick dinner, small pasta soup

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