During the month of Ramadan, when fasting is observed this Wedding Soup can be the perfect dish to break your fast with. Contrary to its name, Italian Wedding Soup, or “Minestra Maritata,” doesn’t actually have any association with weddings. The name is believed to stem from the harmonious marriage of flavors found within the soup itself.. Packed with protein from the meatballs, vitamins from the vegetables, and carbohydrates from the pasta, it provides a nourishing and satisfying meal to replenish your energy levels after a day of fasting
Italian wedding soup
Italian Wedding Soup stands out as a timeless classic, cherished for its comforting warmth and delicious combination of flavors.
Ingredients
- /2 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 cups chicken broth or stock
- 1/2 cup orzo or small pasta of choice
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cups spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Spices
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground meat, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, roughly the size of a teaspoon.
- Brown the meatballs in a skillet with olive oil until they are cooked through and golden brown. Set aside.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté until they are soft and fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth or stock and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the orzo or small pasta of your choice and cook until tender.
- Stir in the cooked meatballs and spinach , allowing them to heat through.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve hot, alongside crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Notes
- If you prefer a smoother texture, blend half of the soup base before adding the meatballs and vegetables.
- Consider adding a splash of lemon juice before serving for a burst of freshness.
