California Italian Wedding Soup
6.5cm in diameter x 6cm high.
Recipe Summary California Italian Wedding Soup
This is my variation of a standard 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 | Wedding Cake Size For 200 Guests½ pound extra-lean ground beef1 egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons shredded fresh basil leaves1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat leaf parsley (Optional)2 green onions, sliced (Optional)5 ¾ cups chicken broth2 cups finely sliced escarole (spinach may be substituted)1 lemon, zested½ cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta), uncookedgrated Parmesan cheese for toppingDirectionsMix together the meat, egg, bread crumbs, cheese, basil, parsley, and green onions; shape into 3/4 inch balls.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.Info | Wedding Cake Size For 200 Guestsprep: 10 mins cook: 15 mins total: 25 mins Servings: 6 Yield: 6 servings
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