Italian Wedding Soup

October 23, 2015

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Full of miniature meatballs, tender pasta, and fresh veggies, this easy Italian Wedding Soup is healthy, hearty, and satisfying comfort food. It's a simple dinner that the whole family will love -- especially when you serve it with freshly-grated Parmesan and a loaf of crusty baguette to soak up that rich, flavorful broth!

For Meatballs:
.5 lb. ground chicken
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 egg ( beaten )
2 tablespoons milk
.25 c grated Parmesan cheese
.5 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon pepper
.5 lb. ground pork
.25 c Italian style breadcrumbs
1 T dried parsley flakes
1 t dried oregano
For Soup:
½ large onion ( diced )
6 ounces baby spinach
3 T olive oil
2 large carrots
2 celery stalks
2 t minced garlic
10 c chicken broth
1 dried bay leaf
1 c uncooked small pasta ( such as acini di pepe )
5 oz fresh baby spinach

Make the Meatballs:

In a large bowl, use your hands or a fork to gently combine all of the meatball ingredients. Use a tablespoon or a small scoop to shape the mixture into small meatballs....

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Nutritions

Calories
213

Sodium
1366mg
56% DV

Fat
6g
9% DV

Protein
14g
28% DV

Carbs
24g
8% DV

Fiber
3g
13% DV