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wedding soup

Italian Wedding Soup

A comforting and hearty Italian wedding soup perfect for cozy evenings. This soup combines rich flavors of meatballs, vegetables, and tender pasta, creating a bowl of warmth and nostalgia.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup small meatballs homemade or from PCC Community Markets
  • 4 cups chicken broth preferably organic
  • 1 cup small pasta like acini di pepe or orzo
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped you can’t go wrong at New Seasons
  • 1 onion, diced sweet ones work wonders
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to serve Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
  2. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  3. Stir in meatballs and pasta, cooking according to pasta package instructions.
  4. Once pasta is nearly done, add the greens and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook until greens are wilted and meatballs are heated through.
  6. Serve hot with a shower of grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

Put on a mellow playlist and let the gentle bubbling of the pot draw you in. Cooking should feel like therapy. It’s an opportunity to breathe amidst life’s chaos, letting the fragrant steam lift the corners of your spirit.