Kittencal'S Italian Wedding Soup Recipe

Name: Kittencal'S Italian Wedding Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups good quality chicken broth (see my Kittencal's Best Chicken Stock/Broth (Crock Pot Option)); 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste); 1 tablespoon lemon zest (or the zest from 1 lemon); 2 cups finely sliced escarole (or use spinach); 1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta (or use 1 cup cooked rice added in at the end); 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (more for sprinkling) (optional); MEATBALLS; 1/4 lb extra lean ground beef; 1/4 lb ground pork (or use 1/2 pound ground beef); 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 green onion, finely chopped (use white part only); 2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs; 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt or 1/2 teaspoon white salt; 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

6 cups good quality chicken broth (see my Kittencal's Best Chicken Stock/Broth (Crock Pot Option))
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 tablespoon lemon zest (or the zest from 1 lemon)
2 cups finely sliced escarole (or use spinach)
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta (or use 1 cup cooked rice added in at the end)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (more for sprinkling) (optional)
MEATBALLS
1/4 lb extra lean ground beef
1/4 lb ground pork (or use 1/2 pound ground beef)
2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
1 egg, slightly beaten
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 green onion, finely chopped (use white part only)
2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt or 1/2 teaspoon white salt
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1
For the meatballs; in a bowl combine all ingredients together, using hands mix until well combined.
2
Shape into 3/4-inch balls.
3
Place onto a plate or refrigerate until ready to use.
4
Pour the chicken broth in a large saucepan then add in the black pepper; bring to a simmer over medium heat.
5
Drop in the meatballs, then stir in the escarole or spinach, lemon zest and uncooked orzo; return to a simmer.
6
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the orzo is tender.
7
OPTIONAL; at the end of cooking mix in 1/3 cup of parmesan cheese until heated through.
8
Season with salt if desired.
9
Ladle into bowl then sprinkle with more Parmesan cheese on top.

1092

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

141

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups good quality chicken broth (see my Kittencal's Best Chicken Stock/Broth (Crock Pot Option)), 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste), 1 tablespoon lemon zest (or the zest from 1 lemon), 2 cups finely sliced escarole (or use spinach), and more.

Yes, Kittencal'S Italian Wedding Soup 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kittencal'S Italian Wedding Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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