A traditional Italian soup featuring tiny meatballs, leafy greens, and tender pasta in a savory broth — perfect for cozy nights and family meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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½ lb ground beef
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½ lb ground pork
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½ cup breadcrumbs
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1 egg
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 small onion, diced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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8 cups chicken broth
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¾ cup acini di pepe pasta
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4 cups chopped escarole or spinach
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Extra Parmesan and parsley for garnish
Instructions
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In a bowl, combine beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form into ¾-inch meatballs.
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In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook 5–7 minutes.
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Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add meatballs and cook 10 minutes.
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Add pasta and cook another 8–10 minutes.
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Stir in escarole or spinach and cook 2–3 minutes, until wilted.
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Season to taste and serve with extra Parmesan and parsley.