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Chicken Matzo Ball Soup

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"A comforting soup to serve any time of the year." — hillrockra

Directions

In a small bowl, mix eggs with the melted butter or margarine. Stir in matzo meal, parsley, salt, pepper, and water to form a soft dough. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Bring chicken broth and carrots to a boil in a large pot. Reduce heat to a simmer. Shape the matzo dough into 12 balls. (For easier shaping, dip hands in cold water from time to time). Drop the matzo balls into the simmering broth. Cover and cook for 30 to 40 minutes.

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PREP 30 mins
COOK 30 mins
READY IN 1 hr 30 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Nov 11, 2008

Very, very easy! And the Mazo balls were very light! I actually added them to a box of Lipton Chicken Noodle soup! :) DELISH!! Thanks for the easy recipe.

—Vivica in Minnesota

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Most Helpful Critical Review

May 04, 2011

Ouch! The matzo balls were so hard that when I tried to cut into them with a spoon, one popped out of the bowl! Don't like using a knife for soup...

—robinraz

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14 Ratings

Feb 26, 2010

This is a great soup that my kids love. I have made some simple changes though. By using Bouillon tablets, I am able to throw in a vegetable tablet with the chicken broth and it's a nicer flavor then the ready made broth, plus the kids get some extra vegetables. I also changed the parsley for Dill Weed, which gives the soup an added kick of flavor and for the kids I make smaller matzo balls. But I love the recipe for the matzo balls and find they work out every time!!!

—TeeganKaydie

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Apr 26, 2011

I added some shredded dark meat chicken and it was amazing! Everyone loved it. Also used premade matzo ball mix and added some parsley. Making it again tonight!

—KCDaisy

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Apr 19, 2011

Made this during the week and it is very good. I didn't have white pepper so I used black and it worked fine and I used dried parsley. I appreciate basic, simple food.

—chchipcookie

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May 17, 2011

I'm not jewish, nor have ever made any traditional jewish food, however my husband requested this when he was sick one weekend. I found this recipe, had no problem following it and the results were great. I'll make this again for both sick and well family members.

—LIZZY9VOLT

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Dec 16, 2010

MODIFICATIONS: I added Egg Noodles Added Parsley to the soup Added Onions The recipe for the Matzo Balls was on point. It seems this is the key to a good MBS. Simple and filling. ENJOY!

—JasoRobi

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Jan 02, 2012

Excellent recipe. I tried making matzo ball soup for the first time, and impressed the family with this one. I used homemade chicken broth, which I think makes this more authentic. Your Bubie would be proud, hillrockra. lol. Thanks for sharing. I'll make it again soon.

—ChefAl

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Nutrition

Calories
101 kcal
5%

Carbohydrates
10.2 g
3%

Cholesterol
81 mg
27%

Fat
5.6 g
9%

Fiber
0.7 g
3%

Protein
3.3 g
7%

Sodium
252 mg
10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Chicken Matzo Ball Soup

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 101
** Calories from Fat: 50

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 5.6g 9 %
** Saturated Fat 3g 15 %
** Cholesterol 81mg 27 %
** Sodium 252mg 10 %
** Potassium 57mg 2 %
** Total Carbohydrates 10.2g 3 %
** Dietary Fiber 0.7g 3 %
** Protein 3.3g 7 %
** Sugars 0.8g
** Vitamin A 38 %
** Vitamin C 2 %
** Calcium 2 %
** Iron 5 %
** Thiamin 2 %
** Niacin 5 %
** Vitamin B6 2 %
** Magnesium 1 %
** Folate 6 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.