Italian Wedding Soup – Giada De Laurentiis

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Italian Wedding Soup - Giada De Laurentiis
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Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 small onion , grated
1/3 cup fresh Italian parsley , chopped
1 large egg
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
fresh ground black pepper
12 cups chicken broth
2 packages frozen chopped spinach , defrosted
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese , plus extra for garnish
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
390
Sugar
2g
Fat
25g
Italian Wedding Soup is a classic Italian soup that is often served at weddings - hence its name. The soup is comprised of meatballs, spinach, and chicken broth. The meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef and pork, and are seasoned with garlic, onion, and parmesan cheese. The spinach adds color and flavor to the dish, as well as a healthy dose of vitamins. This recipe is from Giada De Laurentiis, a well-known chef and television personality. Her version of Italian Wedding Soup is sure to become a new favorite in your household.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the grated onion, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, breadcrumbs, and grated parmesan cheese.
2.Add the ground beef and pork, and black pepper, and mix well.
3.Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, and set aside.
4.In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil.
5.Add the meatballs to the broth one at a time, and cook for 5-6 minutes.
6.Add the defrosted spinach to the pot, and stir.
7.In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 eggs and 2 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese, and add to the soup.
8.Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until egg is cooked through.
9.Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with extra grated parmesan cheese.

PROS

Italian Wedding Soup is a delicious and hearty soup that can be served for any meal.

The meatballs are flavorful and tender, and the spinach adds a healthy dose of vitamins to the dish.

CONS

This recipe takes some time to prepare, making it unsuitable for a quick weeknight dinner.

The meatballs are somewhat delicate, and can fall apart if cooked for too long.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The spinach in this recipe is rich in vitamins A and C, as well as iron.
The meatballs deliver a dose of protein, and the chicken broth is soothing to the stomach and may help the immune system.

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