Mama's Italian Wedding Soup Recipe
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Mama's Italian Wedding Soup

By: Lalena  
"This hearty soup was inspired by a soup I tasted at an Italian wedding. It is sure to please just about everyone! Serve hot with Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top."

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Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
25 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 10 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 pound extra-lean ground beef
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup dried bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 3 tablespoons minced onion
  • 2 1/2 quarts chicken broth
  • 2 cups spinach - packed, rinsed and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup seashell pasta
  • 3/4 cup diced carrots

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the beef, egg, bread crumbs, cheese, basil and onion. Shape mixture into 3/4-inch balls and set aside.
  2. In a large stockpot heat chicken broth to boiling; stir in the spinach, pasta, carrot and meatballs. Return to boil; reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring frequently, at a slow boil for 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente, and meatballs are no longer pink inside. Serve hot with Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 172 | Total Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 77mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 11, 2006 by MUSIC_MINX 
I noticed on reviewer commented on how labor intensive it was to make the tiny meatballs. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 19, 2003 by FREDDYNJ 
I replaced the onion with some garlic powder. I also browned the meatballs in a frying pan... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 1, 2007 by chellebelle 
Delicious! I used 1 cup of bread crumbs in the meatballs. I added a squeeze of fresh lemon... MORE
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Reviewed on Oct. 6, 2006 by GOLFERSWIFE 
Yummy! I was initially skeptical because I though the broth might lack flavour. It was really... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2003 by MAMBROSIO 
We absolutely loved this! I added a little garlic powder when making the meatballs and used... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2003 by 250607 
This is an excellent soup. I tried this once in an Italian restaurant and loved it and this... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2008 by RAISIN1 
Very Good! Everyone in the family loved this soup. I used 80% lean beef instead of the extra... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2006 by PAUPAUCO 
Exactly what I was looking for! I added old bay seasoning to the broth though since it seemed... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2003 by GIANOULA 
I live with two Italian men and they LOVED this soup. It is SO hearty and SO healthy. I'm... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2003 by JERALYN V 
Great recipe! Instead of shells I used Acine De Pepi. Great taste and very hearty. Will... MORE

 
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