The whole time we've had this blog I can't believe we've never shared our recipe for Italian Wedding Soup. It's a staple in our family since A: We are Italian and B: Ma is the queen of soup making.
Just a little of a back story for you folks. My great-grandpa and grandpa came here from the lovely country known as Italy. Which means we have lots of sass and we talk with our hands..a lot. HA! So a few years ago Ma and I went out to dinner at one of our favorite restaurant's Eastside Mario's. They served this amazing soup (which was of course Italian wedding soup) and the whole entire time Ma was trying to figure out the ingredients so she could make a mock version at home. Which is what we bring to you now. Oh, and you don't need an actual "wedding" to enjoy this dish. Actually, come to think of it when Geoff and I got married we didn't serve Italian Wedding Soup. Huh, that's odd. Also, it's getting super chilly outside so I'd say a warm soup is in order!
Get your pots and bowls out here's what you'll need:
Ma's Version of Italian Wedding Soup
Ingredients:
4 cans of low sodium chicken broth
2 cans of water (use the chicken broth cans once the broth is in the pot)
2 chicken bouillon cubes (dissolved in 2 cups of water)
Chicken seasoning to taste
1 package of frozen spinach
1 1/2 bags of meatballs, thawed (preferably the Italian style)
1 box of petite pasta (any shape)
1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning (add more if you like)
Directions:
*Boil your macaroni according to package. Rinse in cold water and set aside.
*In a stock pot place everything in except the meatballs and spinach. Put your stove on low simmer and place pot on burner. Let it simmer on low while you prepare the spinach and meatballs.
*Take frozen meatballs and place them in the microwave on high for 2 minutes or until your meatballs are thawed. Place your spinach in a microwave safe bowl and defrost. Microwaves may very. While the spinach is defrosting cut your thawed meatballs in half then in quarters. Place the quartered meatballs into the simmering broth. Take your spinach, place into a clean dish towel and give it a good squeeze to let all the juice out. Break up the spinach and place in your pot.
*Stir and turn your heat up to medium. Cook for 15 minutes. When done ladel into bowl and add your macaroni as much or as little as you like. Serve and enjoy!
Soooo good. No joke. Everytime this is made I become this soup grubbing weirdo, ha. The meatballs and spinach make this soup magnificent. :D.
Tid Bits:
*As we've covered before it's time for a friendly reminder. ALWAYS ring out your spinach. No squeezing = greeny goopy soup. Not good kiddies.
*If you have time use your own meatball recipe instead of buying the premade packaged meatballs. When you're on a tight schedule the premade packaged meatballs work great.
Ma's Spot: I've been making this recipe for many years. It's always a family favorite. I do have my favorite turkey meatball recipe to use but as working women time to make a home cooked meal is limited. So don't be afraid to grab the premade ones. They work just as good. I like to separate my pasta because in my family some a lot of pasta and some like a little. So with all the soups I make I always cook my pasta on the side so they can add in the amount they want to use. So if you're looking for something hearty and easy to make I recommend this soup with a nice salad or breadsticks.
BAKING CORNER: Cinnamon Cookies
Total Time: 30 mins
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Ingredients:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
cinnamon sugar
Directions:
1. In a mixer bowl, cream together sugar and butter; beat in egg and vanilla.
2. Combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder and salt.
3. Add to butter mixture.
4. Blend well.
5. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours or till firm enough to roll into balls.
6. Shape dough into small balls about 3/4-inch in diameter.
7. Roll in cinnamon sugar to coat.
8. Set cookies 1-inch apart on lightly greased cookie sheets.
9. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or till the edges are lightly browned.
10. Cool slightly on pans, then remove to racks to cool completely.
Dinah: I found this recipe on random search on google and they came out adorable as well as yummy. The dough was a tad on the pie crust/dry side but once you start rolling the balls the warmth from your hands loosen the batter up. So these are a keeper, indeed.
Ma: Here's my review on those tasty sugary delightful morsels. They are delicious! My taste buds were jumping for joy. So if you're looking for something easy and delicious try these babies. They are good!
Next week is going to be something different. While we love bringing you our favorite recipes and well...some that suck, ha. We're taking a one week break to bring you our...
MASSIVE HOLIDAY BAKING HAUL!!!!!
Yes! I said it. It's going to be a whole blog dedicated to our yearly tradition of baking. It's going to be epic. Be too cool for school & don't miss it!
Have a great week guys!
Spoons & Spatula's
~Dinah & Ma
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