When we are going to be gone all day for sports tournaments, I put this together in the crock pot and then leave it to simmer. By the time we get home the flavors are blended perfectly. Not to mention, the house smells wonderful! When you are struggling to find the recipe that is just the right flavor, give this one a try. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Check out what they are saying about this recipe over at Group Recipes:
“Finally, I’ve found the perfect wedding soup recipe. I’ve been looking for years and none taste the way they taste at weddings or at restaurants!”
You know what? I think I’m going to have to make this again soon!
Ingredients
3 garlic cloves minced
1 medium onion diced
3/4 cup finely diced carrot
1 10 oz package chopped spinach (frozen)
12 cups of Swanson chicken stock
1/2 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp basil
1 tsp McCormick’s Italian spice
2 cups uncooked pastini ( small pearl like pasta)
Meatballs:
2 lbs extra lean beef (I used ground chicken or turkey at times)
1/2 cup onion grated
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups Italian bread crumbs
3/4 cup grated Kraft Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare your meatballs first, mixing all the ingredients listed under meatballs – form into small meatballs – less than 1/2″ in diameter.
Place into a frying pan and cook till 3/4 done or a nice brown coating is developed.
Place on paper towels to drain any fats. Remove all fats from the pan and deglaze the frying pan with 1 cup of chicken stock. Reserve this stock.
In a large soup pot add 1 tbsp olive oil, add onions, garlic and carrot. Saute till tender. Approximately 5 to 10 minutes.
Add your chicken stock, basil, Italian spice and oregano. Allow 10 minutes of simmer time.
Add frozen spinach and allow to melt into soup. Cook for 5 – 10 minutes.
Add meatballs, and reserved stock from deglazing the fry pan.
Cook your pastini to el dente. Add to soup.
Serve with fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
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Quick Tip: You can use store-bought meatballs if you’re short on time.
Thanks again to Group Recipes for this traditional and mouthwatering recipe.