Kittencal's Italian Wedding Soup

Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, Kittencal’s Italian Wedding Soup is a classic dish elevated to perfection. Featuring tender, hand-rolled meatballs made from a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, and Parmesan cheese, this soup is simmered in a rich chicken broth infused with sautéed carrots, celery, and onions. The addition of acini di pepe pasta lends a delightful texture, while fresh baby spinach and a splash of zesty lemon juice brighten every bite. Ready in just an hour, this hearty soup is a satisfying meal for any day of the week, perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests. Don’t forget to top each bowl with extra Parmesan to enhance its authentic Italian flavors! Keywords: Italian Wedding Soup, homemade meatballs, classic soup recipe, pasta soup, comfort food, quick Italian recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup acini di pepe pasta
• 4 cups baby spinach, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, dried parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 2

Roll the mixture into small 1-inch meatballs and place them on a plate or baking sheet.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Working in batches, sear the meatballs until lightly browned on all sides but not fully cooked, about 4-5 minutes. Remove meatballs and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the diced carrot, celery, and onion. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and carefully add the meatballs back into the pot.

Step 6

Simmer the soup for 15 minutes, allowing the meatballs to cook through and the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Stir in the acini di pepe pasta and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Step 8

Add the chopped baby spinach and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavors and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot with extra grated Parmesan cheese on top, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2917.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3045.5

Total Fat 181.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 764.7mg	0%
Sodium 8099.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 19.4g
Protein 208.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 1089.2mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 4528.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.4%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 20.7%