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Chicken Soup

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This comforting Italian-inspired soup features delicate, bite-sized meatballs made from lean ground beef, egg, and Parmesan cheese. Simmered in a savory chicken broth alongside Riso (tiny rice-shaped pasta), the dish offers a wonderful balance of textures and rich, savory flavors. The addition of fresh spinach provides a pop of color and nutrition, while garlic and basil infuse the broth with aromatic warmth. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a satisfying, home-cooked meal that feels like a warm hug. It&# 226;€™s simple to prepare using pantry staples, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or a make-ahead dish that tastes even better the next day.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Calories: 1629.4
Description
This comforting Italian-inspired soup features delicate, bite-sized meatballs made from lean ground beef, egg, and Parmesan cheese. Simmered in a savory chicken broth alongside Riso (tiny rice-shaped pasta), the dish offers a wonderful balance of textures and rich, savory flavors. The addition of fresh spinach provides a pop of color and nutrition, while garlic and basil infuse the broth with aromatic warmth. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a satisfying, home-cooked meal that feels like a warm hug. It&# 226;€™s simple to prepare using pantry staples, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or a make-ahead dish that tastes even better the next day.
Ingredients
  • 1 lbs Lean ground beef
  • 1 Egg (or 2 egg whites)
  • 1/2 cups Fresh bread crumbs or cracker crumbs
  • 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
  • 3 Tablespoons grated onion
  • 1 Crushed clove of garlic or 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoons Crushed basil
  • 1/2 − 1 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoons Pepper
  • 6 Cups chicken broth
  • 2/3 cups Of riso (tiny pasta shaped like grains of rice)
  • 1 Loaf good Italian bread
Directions
  1. 1
    In a medium bowl, combine the lean ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, grated onion, minced garlic, crushed basil, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2
    Mix ingredients thoroughly until just combined, then roll the mixture into tiny meatballs, approximately 1/2 inch (1 cm) in diameter.
  3. 3
    In a large pot or 3-quart saucepan, bring 6 cups of chicken broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  4. 4
    Carefully add the tiny meatballs to the simmering broth and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
  5. 5
    Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked meatballs from the broth and set aside on a plate.
  6. 6
    Add the Riso (rice-shaped pasta) to the remaining broth in the pot and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the pasta is almost tender.
  7. 7
    Return the cooked meatballs to the pot along with chopped fresh spinach (or bok choy).
  8. 8
    Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the Riso is fully cooked.
  9. 9
    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve hot with extra grated Parmesan cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1629.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 63.2g98%
Saturated Fat 19.1g96%
Cholesterol 459.9mg154%
Sodium 50054.5mg2086%
Total Carbohydrate 90.5g31%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g30%
Sugars 7.0g
Protein 150.5g301%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: italian, beef, meatballs, chicken broth, riso, spinach, parmesan, comfort food, easy dinner, gluten free option, garlic, basil, pasta soup, hearty, warm, family style, pantry staples, quick meal, protein rich
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