MINESTRA SOUP (ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP)

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My noni Lucy told me that if you make this soup it will bring you good luck. The greens signify life and good health. It is so hearty it is a meal in itself served with a crusty bread.

Provided by Sandra McGrath @SandyJJ

Categories     Chicken Soups

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 box(es) chicken broth,32 ounces each. (prefer kitchen basics) or your own stock if preferred.
1-2 cup(s) water
2-3 - carrots, cubed
1 1/2 cup(s) cooked chicken breast, diced or purchase whole cooked chicken and use the meat chopped
1 bunch(es) escarole, washed and chopped or can use chopped spinach
3/4 cup(s) dry pastina, orzo, tubettini or acine di pepe soup pasta
1/2 cup(s) chopped celery
1 small onion,chopped
MEATBALLS
1/2 pound(s) ground beef, lean
1/4 cup(s) italian bread crumbs,seasoned
1 - small egg, beaten
1 tablespoon(s) parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • To make the soup, place the broth and water in a large soup pan.Bring to a boil and add the other ingredients. Mix the little meatballs and shape into balls about 1/2 inch in diameter or as you prefer.Place them into the soup pan to cook with the rest of the ingredients.
  • The soup is done when vegetable are tender.Taste to see if salt is needed or pepper if you prefer.Top each serving with grated parmesan cheese if you like.

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