Best Wedding Soup Meatballs Recipes

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ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Classic Italian wedding soup is beloved for its simplicity and satisfaction. This turkey version is lean, while meatballs stay moist by simmering in broth. Start with the most flavorful broth you can get your hands on (homemade is ideal, but store-bought works well too), then pack the meatballs with flavor (garlic and parsley) and staying power (egg, panko and cheese, to gently bind them together). Traditionalists may be tempted to add a small grated onion to the meat mixture, and sweat celery and carrots into the broth, but for a quick weeknight meal, you won't miss them here. If speed is your game, roll the mixture into 12 large meatballs-or opt for 20 smaller ones if serving kids (mini meatballs will cook through even faster). Either way, finish with a healthy dose of olive oil, lemon, cheese and dill, or any fresh Italian herb you may have on hand.

Provided by Sarah Copeland

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weeknight, soups and stews, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus additional for greasing and serving
1 pound lean ground turkey
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/3 packed cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
3/4 cup orzo, ditalini, acini di pepe or another small soup pasta
3 packed cups baby spinach or kale, thinly sliced
1 lemon, zested and halved
1/4 cup fresh dill, oregano or basil, roughly chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken broth and 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot and bring to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, add the turkey, panko, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup Parmesan to a large bowl. Mix with a fork or clean hands until combined. Gently roll the mixture into 12 medium (2-inch) or 20 small (1 1/2-inch) meatballs and transfer to a baking sheet lined with lightly oiled aluminum foil or a silicone baking mat.
  • Heat the broiler to high and set an oven rack 6 to 8 inches from the heat. Broil the meatballs until brown on two sides, turning halfway through, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling broth and cook over medium until al dente, then lower the heat to a low simmer.
  • Add the meatballs to the broth and simmer on low until completely warmed through, 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat, and add the spinach and lemon zest, stirring well, to wilt. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Divide the soup among four bowls. Drizzle each with olive oil, sprinkle with more Parmesan and squeeze a bit of lemon over the top. Scatter the dill over the top, or stir in.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 669, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 51 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1797 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH MEATBALLS



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This soup is just wonderful. It's so filling and chock-full of veggies. I first simmered up a batch of this soup when it was featured in our local newspaper, the Palm Beach Post Times. You can also substitute chicken sausage, rolled up into little balls, for the meatballs here.-Amy McGowen, Jupiter, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 7 servings (1-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 large egg white
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 pound ground pork
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium parsnip, peeled and chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 teaspoons herbes de Provence
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg white, bread crumbs and Italian seasoning. Crumble pork over mixture and mix well. Shape into 3/4-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° until a thermometer reads 160°, 15-18 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute the carrots, celery, parsnip and onion in oil until tender. Stir in the broth, herbes de Provence, pepper flakes and pepper. , Drain meatballs on paper towels. Bring soup to a boil; add meatballs. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Add orzo; cook until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally, 8-10 minutes longer. Add spinach; cook and stir until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley. , Freeze option: Do not add orzo or spinach. Cool soup; transfer to freezer containers and freeze up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Transfer to a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Add orzo, then proceed with recipe as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 615mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH VENISON MEATBALLS



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I'm always looking for new ways to use the ground venison in the freezer and this is one of my favorites. The Italian sausage not only adds just the right amount of fat that venison needs but it is also seasoned so well that you don't need to add a lot of extra herbs to the soup. Leftovers hold up nicely. The pasta holds its texture and doesn't absorb all of the broth when refrigerated overnight.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ pound ground venison
½ pound bulk Italian sausage
½ cup bread crumbs
½ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 large egg
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 ribs celery, sliced
1 large carrot, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 (32 ounce) cartons chicken broth
1 cup acini di pepe pasta
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
½ (6 ounce) package fresh baby spinach
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine venison, sausage, bread crumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, parsley, and egg in a large bowl; mix until evenly combined. Form mixture into fifty 1-inch meatballs.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs and cook for 4 minutes, flipping halfway, to get an even brown on all sides. Transfer with tongs to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Heat oil for soup in a large soup pot. Add celery, carrot, and onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add broth and bring to a boil. Stir in pasta, oregano, and meatballs. Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Turn heat off and let soup sit for 5 minutes. Stir in spinach and lemon juice. Ladle into bowls, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 67.9 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 1537.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH TURKEY MEATBALLS



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This hearty soup can be made ahead and frozen for up to three months, so you can enjoy it well into spring.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground dark-meat turkey (93 percent lean)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) low-sodium chicken broth
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes with juices
2 heads escarole (2 pounds total), cored, trimmed, and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine turkey, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, cheese, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roll mixture into 1-tablespoon balls.
  • In a large pot, heat oil over medium. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add broth and tomatoes with juices; bring to a simmer. Add meatballs and cook, without stirring, until they float to surface, about 5 minutes.
  • Add as much escarole to pot as will fit. Cook, gradually adding remaining escarole, until wilted and meatballs are cooked through, about 5 minutes more. Thin soup with water, if desired; season with salt and pepper. Serve, sprinkled with cheese.

LIGHT ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Light Italian Wedding Soup With Turkey Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Banslug

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground turkey breast
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
1/4 cup dry parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
20 ounces fresh spinach

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine turkey, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan, salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Using 1 tablespoon for each, roll mixture into meatballs.
  • In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3-4 minutes. Add broth and tomatoes with juice; bring to a simmer. Add meatballs; cook, without stirring, until meatballs float to the surface, about 5 minutes.
  • Add as much spinach to the pot as will fit. Cook, gradually adding remaining spinach, until wilted and meatballs are cooked thru, about 5 minutes more. Thin soup with water or more broth if desired; season with salt and pepper. Serve soup sprinkled with more Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.3, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 64.5, Sodium 532.4, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 5.4, Protein 22.3

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH CARROTS, ORZO AND ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Categories     Soup/Stew     turkey

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

For the Meatballs:
1 lb ground turkey or chicken
1 egg
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
3 tbl grated Parmesan
2 tbl chopped garlic
2 tbl chopped fresh oregano
3 tbl chopped flat leaf parsley
pinch ground nutmeg
pinch paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
For the Soup
2 tbl unsalted butter
2 tbl chopped garlic
3/4 cup chopped white onion
3/4 cup chopped carrot
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
1 small can whole tomatoes, drained and halved
1 cup orzo
2 cups shredded kale

Steps:

  • 1. Combine ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, oregano, parsley, nutmeg, paprika, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Use a teaspoon to measure out meat for even sized meatballs. With damp hands, shape them into balls. Cover and refrigerate until ready to cook. 2. Melt the butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, carrot, salt and pepper and cook until translucent and fragrant, about 4 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, water and tomatoes. Cover and cook 10 minutes over medium heat or until soup comes to a boil. 3. Add meatballs and orzo to the boiling soup and stir to make sure they are fully submerged. Cover and simmer for another 15 minutes over medium heat. Stir in kale. Test a meatball and a piece of orzo to ensure that they are fully cooked. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve.

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH TURKEY MEATBALLS



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We prefer the acini de pepe pasta in this dish, though it is pictured with orzo pasta which works fine and happens to be what I had on hand!

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Turkey Soups

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 21

FOR THE MEATBALLS
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 large egg
1/2 c italian style breadcrumbs
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
dash(es) pepper
FOR THE SOUP
1 (10 oz.) package frozen chopped spinach
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 large carrots, cut into sticks and diced into small cubes
1-2 stalk(s) celery, finely diced
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 c dry acini de pepe, ditalini or orzo pasta (we prefer it with acini de pepe, but any tiny pasta will do.)
2 32 ounce boxes chicken broth
2 tsp chicken soup base
1/2 tsp salt
dash(es) pepper
grated fresh parmesan (optional)
1/4 c chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. MAKE AHEAD: mix together the meatball ingredients. Form into miniature meatballs (about half of a normal bite-sized meatball) bake in a 350 degree oven for 15 minutes. You can refrigerate meatballs until ready to use.
  • 2. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil. Add carrots, onions, and celery. Saute until softened.
  • 3. Add chicken broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Turn down heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • 4. Add pasta, prepared meatballs and frozen spinach. Simmer for for however long is required package directions of pasta.
  • 5. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and parmesan cheese!

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP (CHICKEN MEATBALLS)



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I was asked to make a soup without the traditional beef meatballs and adapted it with chicken. By all concerned it seems that this came off very well and to many better than the traditional.

Provided by bggio

Categories     European

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 liters chicken broth
1 lb ground chicken
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons romano cheese
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 lb spinach
1 cup acini du pepe pasta

Steps:

  • pre heat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Blend the ground chicken, salt, pepper, oregano, parsley, bread crumbs, romano, garlic until nicely blended (depending on your ground chicken it may be very moist and more bread crumbs may be needed to form balls better).
  • Form the blended mixture into 1/2 inc meat balls and place in oven for 10 minutes.
  • Boil the broth during baking meat and add meat after baking for 10 minutes.
  • Add pasta then spinach and boil until pasta is ready approx 10 minutes.
  • salt/pepper and romano to taste upon serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.5, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 34.7, Sodium 1012.4, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 1.4, Protein 18.6

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH CHICKEN MEATBALLS



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This was from Barefoot Contessa on the Food Network. The original recipe called for both ground chicken and chicken sausage. I adjusted the amount of ground chicken for the meatball recipe so that I did not have to use packaged chicken sausage as it was very expensive. I also adjusted the spices.

Provided by Susan M.

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 1/4 lbs ground chicken
2/3 cup fresh white breadcrumbs
3 teaspoons minced garlic (3 cloves)
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves (1/4 cup)
1/4 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon fennel seed
3 tablespoons milk
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup minced yellow onion
1 cup diced carrot (3 carrots)
3/4 cup diced celery (2 stalks)
10 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup small shell pasta, such as tubetini or 1 cup acini di pepe pasta
1/4 cup minced fresh dill
12 ounces Baby Spinach, washed and trimmed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • For the meatballs,.
  • In a large bowl combine ground chicken, bread crumbs, garlic, parsley, Pecorino Romano, Parmesan, fennel seeds, milk, egg, salt, and pepper.
  • Combine gently with a fork.
  • Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • With a teaspoon, drop 1 to 1 1/4-inch meatballs onto sheet pan. You should have about 40 meatballs.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, until cooked through and lightly browned. Set aside.
  • In the meantime, for the soup.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium-low heat in a large heavy-bottomed soup pot.
  • Add the onion, carrots, and celery and saute until softened, 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chicken stock and wine and bring to a boil.
  • Add the pasta to the simmering broth and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until the pasta is tender.
  • Add the fresh dill and then the meatballs to the soup and simmer for 1 minute. Taste for salt and pepper.
  • Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for 1 minute, until the spinach is just wilted.
  • Ladle into soup bowls and sprinkle each serving with extra grated Parmesan.
  • Notes.
  • You can also subsitute escarole for spinach in this recipe.
  • Gran Pandano is a less expersive parm cheese Only parm cheese from a certain area and certain cows can be stamped parm reggiano the King of cheeses in Italy.
  • To make quick meatballs, divide up meat mixture into quarters. Roll each quarter into a long log and then cut into pieces. You can then roll the pieces into meatballs (or not - shape doesn't matter in the soup).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.6, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 59.7, Sodium 571.2, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 4.8, Protein 19.3

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH LAMB MEATBALLS RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by á-7571

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb. lean ground lamb
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 c. unseasoned bread crumbs
2 TBS chopped fresh mint
zest from 1 Meyer lemon, finely grated
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
3/4 c. flour
1 c. vegetable oil, for shallow frying
1 TBS olive oil
1 sweet onion, peeled and coarsely chopped
3 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1 sprig fresh thyme
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1 c. fresh or frozen field peas or pink-eyed peas (we substituted cannelini beans)
1 bunch mustard greens, torn
4 c. lamb stock or chicken stock
3/4 lb. fresh pasta dough, rolled out and cut into wide noodles (or substitute 3/4 lb. of egg noodles, pre-cooked to al dente).
leaves from 3 sprigs fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. For the meatballs: combine lamb, egg, bread crumbs, mint, and lemon zest in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, then mix well by hand. Form into balls about the size of golf balls (you should have around 18, 1-oz. balls). Place the flour in a shallow bowl, and roll the meatballs in it, tapping off any excess. Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in batches until golden brown on all sides, about 7-9 minutes total. To test to see if they are done, stick a metal knife into the center of a meatball - if the blade comes out hot, they are done (but don't burn yourself checking!). Drain the meatballs on a paper-towel covered plate and set aside. 2. For the soup: Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute until translucent, about 4-5 minutes, stirring to prevent them from burning. Reduce the heat to low and add the thyme and red pepper flakes. Add the peas or beans and cook over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the mustard greens and stock and bring to a simmer. Add the fresh pasta and cook over low heat until tender, 2 to 3 minutes (if using pre-cooked noodles, cook just long enough to heat through). Place the meatballs in the saucepan and cook until heated through, another 1-2 minutes. Adjust the seasoning with salt, and serve, garnished with the parsley leaves.

WEDDING SOUP MEATBALLS



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef

Yield 60 small meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb mild italian sausage
3/4 lb ground turkey
2 tsp italian seasoning
1 c bread crumbs
3/4 c minced onions
4 large eggs (beaten)
3/4 parmesean cheese
1 tbsp garlic (minced)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients and form into small meatballs (for wedding soup approx. 1 inch each).

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