Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of Italian cuisine with the Italian Comfort Soup Delight. This hearty soup combines savory meatballs, nourishing vegetables, and greens in a delectable broth, making it a perfect dish for any meal. Whether you are looking to warm up on a chilly evening or provide a satisfying meal for your family, this soup offers a delicious solution.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup small pasta like orzo or acini di pepe
- 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or escarole/kale)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Roll the mixture into small meatballs and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- Cook the Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the oven or brown them in a skillet until cooked through.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a pot and sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Build the Soup Base: Add chicken broth to the pot, season with salt and pepper, and add the meatballs to simmer.
- Cook the Pasta: Stir in the pasta and cook until tender according to package instructions.
- Add the Greens: Stir in the chopped spinach or greens and cook until wilted.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes