MINI MEATBALL MINESTRA AND GRILLED PROVOLONE

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 pound pancetta, diced
1 medium-large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, grated or finely chopped
2 heads escarole, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
2 quarts chicken stock
3 cups water
1 pound ground beef, pork and veal, meat loaf mix
1 large egg
2 handfuls bread crumbs
Splash milk
A handful grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus some to pass at table
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon allspice
A handful fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
1 cup mini penne or ditalini pasta
1 lemon, zested, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a heavy bottomed soup pot heat olive oil over medium to medium-high heat. Add pancetta and cook until crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Add onions and 2 cloves of garlic and saute 4 to 5 minutes then add the escarole and wilt. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir in beans, add stock and water and bring to boil.
  • While stock comes to a boil, combine meat, egg, bread crumbs, milk, a handful of cheese, fennel, allspice, parsley, salt and pepper. Combine and roll into 1-inch balls, and add to the soup. Cook 2 minutes then add in pasta and cook 6 minutes more. Turn off the heat, garnish with lemon zest and serve with cheese passed at the table.

Chef Chef
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This was a great recipe! The meatballs were easy to make and the broth was delicious. I served it with some crusty bread and it was the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Ishtiaq Romeo
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This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs were perfectly cooked and the broth was so flavorful. I loved the addition of the grilled provolone, which added a nice touch of smokiness.


Jako Barnard
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I made this minestra for my family last night and they loved it! The meatballs were so tender and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Hriday Ahmmed
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This minestra was delicious! The meatballs were tender and juicy, and the broth was flavorful and hearty. I loved the addition of the grilled provolone, which added a nice touch of creaminess.


Latcheme Khan
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I love this recipe! The meatballs are so flavorful and the broth is so rich and satisfying. I always make a double batch so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Michelle Cuddeford
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This was a great recipe! The meatballs were easy to make and the broth was delicious. I served it with some crusty bread and it was the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


waquin Pierre
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but I really enjoyed this minestra. The broth was flavorful and the meatballs were tender and juicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ch Shani
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The meatballs were perfectly cooked and the broth was so flavorful. I loved the addition of the grilled provolone.


Chandra Kc
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I made this minestra last night and it was a big hit with my family! The meatballs were so flavorful and the broth was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Aweys Hassan
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This mini meatball minestra was a delightful culinary experience. The meatballs were tender and flavorful, while the broth was rich and savory. The grilled provolone added a nice touch of smokiness and creaminess. Overall, this dish was a hit with my


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