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The Best Creamy Italian Wedding Soup

A rich and comforting Italian wedding soup made with tender meatballs, pasta, spinach, and a creamy Parmesan broth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground chicken or beef
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 egg
Soup Base
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 0.75 cup orzo or acini di pepe
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups spinach fresh

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Mix and roll meatballs.
  2. Simmer broth with vegetables.
  3. Cook meatballs and pasta in broth.
  4. Add cream, Parmesan, and spinach.

Notes

Add cream over low heat for best texture.