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Homemade Italian Wedding Soup

This comforting Italian wedding soup is packed with tiny meatballs, fresh greens, and pasta in a savory broth.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Italian· July 17, 2026
Homemade Italian Wedding Soup
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Prep
20 minutes
Cook
25 minutes
Total
45 minutes
Serves
6

There is something so special about a big pot of soup simmering on the stove. This Italian wedding soup has always been a favorite in my home because it feels like a warm hug in a bowl, especially on those chilly days when you need a little extra comfort.

I love how the little meatballs and pasta soak up all that wonderful flavor from the broth. My best tip is to make the meatballs small so you get a bit of everything in every single spoonful.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup small pasta like acini de pepe or orzo
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 onion, finely diced

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, parsley, and garlic powder. Mix everything together gently with your hands.

  2. 2

    Roll the mixture into small, bite sized meatballs about one inch in diameter.

  3. 3

    In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add the carrots and onions to the broth and cook for about five minutes until they soften.

  5. 5

    Carefully drop the meatballs into the boiling broth and cook for about ten minutes.

  6. 6

    Add your pasta to the pot and continue cooking until the pasta is tender.

  7. 7

    Stir in the fresh baby spinach at the very end and let it wilt for about one minute before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If the pasta absorbs too much liquid, just add a splash of extra broth when you reheat it on the stove.

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