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Italian Wedding Soup
Italian Wedding Soup is a hearty, traditional dish that combines rich meatballs, creamy pasta, fresh greens, and a flavorful broth.
By Daniel
● Time to make: 65 Min
• Serves: 2
Ingredients / Shopping list:
Easy way to cook Italian Wedding Soup
- Toast the breadcrumbs in a pan with olive oil over medium heat until golden brown. Set aside.
- Combine the meatball ingredients in a bowl. Mix gently, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
- Shape the meatball mixture into small rounded balls (about 1.5cm in diameter).
- Heat a large pan or skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Carefully place the meatballs into the pan, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Brown on all sides, then transfer to a baking sheet or oven-safe dish.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- In the same skillet used for the meatballs, sauté the onion, carrots, celery, and leek in olive oil over medium
heat until softened. - Add the garlic, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
- Let the broth simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- While the broth simmers, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Once the meatballs are baked, transfer them back to the pan with a little extra olive oil and cook for an
additional 2 minutes on each side to brown further. - Add the pasta to the simmering broth, cooking until al dente. Stir in the greens and cook just until wilted.
- Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, top with cooked meatballs, pasta, greens, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately with crusty Italian bread or garlic knots on the side.
Pro version
- For an extra layer of flavor, use homemade broth.
- To make it, simmer bones (chicken or veal) with onion, carrot, celery, and herbs for a rich base.
- Try adding pork and veal to the meatballs for a more traditional Italian wedding soup.
- Toasting breadcrumbs adds texture, while fresh Parmesan cheese enhances the dish.
- Vegetarian Option: Replace ground veal or turkey with 200g of plant-based ground “meat” for a meatless version.
- Use a mix of pork, beef, and veal for more depth in the meatballs.
- Combine fresh greens for a hearty bite.
Tips / Plating:
- Serve with crusty Italian bread or garlic knots for a filling and flavorful meal.
- Serve the soup in two small bowls, topped with cooked pasta, meatballs, greens, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Pair with a crisp Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio for a wine-forward dinner.
- Pair with fresh garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
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