ESCAROLE AND LITTLE MEATBALL SOUP

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This is called Minestra.

Provided by Daune (pronounced "Dawn") Browne

Categories     Other Soups

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 head escarole (about 1 lb)..i've also used spinach
6 qt chicken broth, preferably homemade
3 large carrots, chopped
MEATBALLS:
1 lb ground beef
2 large eggs
1/2 c very fine minced onion
1 c plain bread crumbs
1 c parmesan cheese
1 tsp salt
pepper to taste
ADDED:
8 oz ditalini or tubetti or spaghetti broken into bite-sized pieces
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Trim escarole and discard any bruised leaves. Cut off stem ends, separate leaves, wash well in cool water, especially the center of the leaves where soil collects. Stack the leaves and cut them crosswise into 1-inch strips. You should have about 4 cups.
  • 2. In large pot, combine the escarole, broth, and carrots. Bring to a simmer and cook until the escarole is almost tender, about 30 minutes.
  • 3. Meanwhile, mix together all of the meatball ingredients. Shape the mixture into tiny balls, less than 1 inch in diameter.
  • 4. When the escarole is cooked, stir in the pasta and return the soup to the simmer. Drop the meatballs into the soup. Cook over low heat, stirring gently, until the meatballs and pasta are cooked, about 20 minutes. Taste for seasoning.
  • 5. Serve hot with grated Parmesan.

Pro Minar
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Aaron Guevara
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I'm not a big fan of soup, but I really enjoyed this one. It was very flavorful and the meatballs were so tender.


Eduardo Jauregui
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the meatballs and they don't even notice the escarole.


Samsul Alom
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Jennefer Kitchen
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This soup is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Hazem elsaidy
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I'm not a big fan of escarole, but I really enjoyed this soup. The meatballs were so flavorful and the escarole added a nice touch of bitterness.


Shaikhowal shahpur Azadari
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover escarole. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Samule Burns
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the meatballs and the escarole.


Precious Obot
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the escarole was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy soup.


taniya ahmed201
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This is my new favorite soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Hamza choudary
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The meatballs were a bit too salty for my taste, but the soup was still very good. I would definitely make it again, but I would use less salt in the meatballs.


Sheila “Nena Fdez” Fdez Fresquet
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the meatballs are so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


MD rokib Mia
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Soup was a bit bland. I added some extra garlic and Italian seasoning and it was much better.


Hamid Mobariz
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Not a fan of escarole, so I used spinach instead. Turned out great!


MH Pranto
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. The meatballs are so tender and flavorful, and the escarole adds a nice touch of bitterness. I highly recommend this recipe!


Alex Penaloza
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The soup was easy to make and came together quickly. The meatballs were a bit dry, but the escarole was cooked perfectly. Overall, it was a good soup.


Ziad Khelifi
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This escarole and little meatball soup was a delightful surprise! The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the escarole added a nice bitterness that balanced out the sweetness of the tomatoes. I will definitely be making this again!