Wedding soup is a flavorful Italian dish with savory meatballs, tender greens and small pasta in a rich chicken broth, ready in 30 minutes.
You Will Love This Wedding Soup
Description
Wedding soup is a flavorful Italian dish with savory meatballs, tender greens and small pasta in a rich chicken broth, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare the Meatballs
Take the sausage and form it into small, bite-sized meatballs, roughly 2 cm in diameter. Roll each meatball between your palms to ensure they are smooth and evenly shaped. Place them on a clean plate, ensuring they are spaced apart to prevent sticking.
Tip: For extra flavor, you can mix the sausage with a pinch of grated Parmesan or minced garlic before shaping.
Prepare the Broth Base
In a large pot, pour the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to season the base lightly. Keep the broth simmering as you move on to the next steps.
Tip: Taste the broth after it heats up and adjust seasoning as needed; the sausage will add additional flavor later.
Cook the Meatballs
Gently lower the meatballs into the simmering broth using a slotted spoon. Avoid crowding the pot to ensure even cooking. Let them cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The meatballs should become firm and fully cooked, with no pink in the center.
Tip: Use a small knife to cut into one meatball to check for doneness if unsure.
Add the Pasta
Tip: Stir frequently during cooking to keep the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Incorporate the Spinach
Add the chopped spinach to the pot. Stir gently to distribute it evenly. Allow the spinach to cook for 2–3 minutes until it wilts and turns a vibrant green.
Tip: If using frozen spinach, thaw it beforehand and squeeze out excess water to avoid diluting the soup.
Final Seasoning and Garnishing
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix well until it melts into the broth, creating a richer flavor. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper (if needed).
Tip: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat, if desired.
Serve the Wedding Soup
Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving has an equal distribution of meatballs, pasta and spinach. Serve hot, with extra Parmesan cheese on the side for topping.
Tip: Pair the soup with crusty bread or garlic toast for a satisfying meal.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Cholesterol 70mg24%
- Sodium 800mg34%
- Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 25g50%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Helpful Tools:
Large pot, mixing bowl, ladle
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