Stracciatelli Soup With Tiny Meatballs Recipe

Name: Stracciatelli Soup With Tiny Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: MEATBALL MIXTURE; 8 ounces lean ground beef; 1 small onion, chopped fine, 1/3 cup; 1 large egg; 2 teaspoons seasoned dry bread crumbs; 2 teaspoons parsley, fresh chopped; 1 teaspoon parmesan cheese, grated; SOUP MIXTURE; 6 cups chicken broth; 8 ounces fresh spinach, cut in thin strips; 1 medium carrot, shredded; 1/4 cup egg pastina or 1/4 cup any small shell pasta; 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped; 2 large eggs, slightly beaten; grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

MEATBALL MIXTURE
8 ounces lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped fine, 1/3 cup
1 large egg
2 teaspoons seasoned dry bread crumbs
2 teaspoons parsley, fresh chopped
1 teaspoon parmesan cheese, grated
SOUP MIXTURE
6 cups chicken broth
8 ounces fresh spinach, cut in thin strips
1 medium carrot, shredded
1/4 cup egg pastina or 1/4 cup any small shell pasta
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
grated parmesan cheese

1
Mix all meatball ingredients.
2
Shape rounded teaspoons of meatball mixture into 3/4 inch balls.
3
Put all soup ingredients except meatballs in large saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
4
Reduce heat and cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
5
Drop meatballs into the simmering soup.
6
Cook, uncovered, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until meatballs are no longer pink in the center.
7
Using a woooden spoon, stir soup while slowly pouring in the beaten eggs.
8
Remove from heat and let stand for 2 minutes until the eggs are set.
9
Serve sprinkled with parmesan cheese.

935

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

136

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: MEATBALL MIXTURE, 8 ounces lean ground beef, 1 small onion, chopped fine, 1/3 cup, 1 large egg, and more.

Yes, Stracciatelli Soup With Tiny Meatballs 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!

Stracciatelli Soup With Tiny Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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