Ina Garten’s Italian Wedding Soup (Back to Basics – Barefoot Con

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Ina Garten's Italian Wedding Soup - Comfort food at its best!
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Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 lb ground chicken
1/4 lb chicken sausage , with casings removed
2/3 cup fresh white breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese , plus more for serving ( freshly grated recommended )
3 tablespoons milk
1 extra large egg , lightly beaten
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup yellow onion ( minced )
1 cup diced to 1/4 inch pieces carrot
3/4 cup diced celery , to 1/4 inch pieces
10 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup small shell pasta , such as tubetini or 1 cup stars pasta
1/4 cup minced fresh dill
12 ounces Baby Spinach , washed and trimmed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
372
Sugar
5g
Fat
19g
Ina Garten's Italian Wedding Soup is a classic comfort food that's perfect for chilly winter nights. The soup is hearty, flavorful and packed with protein from the chicken and chicken sausage. The meatballs add a comforting texture to the soup and the fresh vegetables provide vitamins and nutrients to keep you healthy. This soup is a great way to warm up after a long day or to serve to family and friends for an easy weeknight dinner.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, chicken sausage, breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, grated pecorino romano cheese, grated parmesan cheese, milk, egg, salt and pepper.
2.Using a cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch balls.
3.Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
4.Add the onion, carrot and celery and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, until softened.
5.Add the chicken stock and white wine and bring to a boil.
6.Add the meatballs to the soup and simmer for 10 minutes.
7.Add the pasta and dill and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, until the pasta is tender.
8.Stir in the spinach and cook until it wilts, about 2 minutes.
9.Serve hot with more grated parmesan cheese on top, if desired.

PROS

A hearty and flavorful soup that’s perfect for cold weather.

Easy to make and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

The meatballs add satisfying protein to the dish.

CONS

Contains both chicken sausage and ground chicken, which may be too much for those who prefer a lighter soup.

The pasta adds carbs and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The protein from the chicken and chicken sausage can help you feel full and satisfied for longer.
The soup is rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables and spinach.

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