Escarole Soup With Meatballs (Low Carb & High Protein) Recipe

Name: Escarole Soup With Meatballs (Low Carb & High Protein)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Meatballs; 1/2 lb ground sirloin or 1/2 lb ground veal; 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, coarsely grated; 1/4 cup garlic-flavored croutons, crumbled; 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon white pepper; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup onion, minced; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; Soup; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup onion, minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 cups shredded escarole, rinsed & spun dry; 4 cups chicken broth; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (to garnish); cayenne pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

Meatballs
1/2 lb ground sirloin or 1/2 lb ground veal
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, coarsely grated
1/4 cup garlic-flavored croutons, crumbled
2 tablespoons Italian parsley, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup onion, minced
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Soup
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups shredded escarole, rinsed & spun dry
4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (to garnish)
cayenne pepper, to taste

1
In a mixing bowl combine all of the meatball ingredients.
2
Mix well with your hands, then shape into 24 walnut sized meatballs.
3
In a Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat until hot, but not smoking.
4
Saute the meatballs 12 at a time until golden brown on all sides.
5
Remove to a plate and set aside.
6
Add the remaining olive oil and onion to the pot and saute until the onion is soft.
7
Add the garlic and continue to saute for another couple of minutes.
8
Stir in the escarole and cook over low heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until it wilts (3 minutes).
9
Add the broth and meatballs and bring to a boil; then simmer uncovered for 3 minutes.
10
Serve hot, sprinkled with the remaining cheese and the cayenne pepper for garnish.

712

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Meatballs, 1/2 lb ground sirloin or 1/2 lb ground veal, 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, coarsely grated, 1/4 cup garlic-flavored croutons, crumbled, and more.

Yes, Escarole Soup With Meatballs (Low Carb & High Protein) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Escarole Soup With Meatballs (Low Carb & High Protein)

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