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This is my variation of a standard Italian wedding soup recipe. I like fresh basil and a little lemon rind, so those are basically my only changes. This is a quick and easy soup with flavors that impress all.
Ingredients
- ½ pound extra-lean ground beef
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons shredded fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat leaf parsley (Optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (Optional)
- 5 ¾ cups chicken broth
- 2 cups finely sliced escarole (spinach may be substituted)
- 1 lemon, zested
- ½ cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta), uncooked
- grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Directions
Step 1
Mix together beef, egg, bread crumbs, cheese, basil, parsley, and green onions; shape into 3/4-inch meatballs.
Step 2
Pour broth into a large saucepan over high heat. When boiling, drop in meatballs. Stir in escarole, lemon zest, and orzo. Return to a boil; reduce heat to medium. Cook at a slow boil for 10 minutes or until orzo is tender, stirring frequently. Serve sprinkled with cheese.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 159 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat6g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat2g | 11% |
| Cholesterol55mg | 18% |
| Sodium99mg | 4% |
| Total Carbohydrate15g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber1g | 5% |
| Total Sugars1g | |
| Protein12g | |
| Vitamin C4mg | 22% |
| Calcium47mg | 4% |
| Iron2mg | 10% |
| Potassium200mg | 4% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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