Italian Wedding Soup
Italian Wedding Soup is a classic Italian-American soup that is typically served at weddings and other special occasions. It is made with a combination of ground beef, vegetables, and pasta in a rich tomato broth. The soup is hearty and flavorful, and it is a great way to warm up on a cold day.
The origins of Italian Wedding Soup are unclear, but it is thought to have originated in the early 1900s. One theory is that the soup was created by Italian immigrants who were living in the United States. These immigrants were often poor and could not afford to buy expensive cuts of meat. As a result, they used ground beef to make their soup. Another theory is that the soup was created by Italian-American cooks who were trying to recreate the traditional Italian wedding soup that is served at weddings in Italy. This soup is typically made with a combination of chicken, beef, and pork, but the Italian-American cooks used ground beef instead. Whatever its origins, Italian Wedding Soup has become a popular dish in the United States. It is often served at weddings, but it is also a popular dish to serve at other special occasions, such as Christmas and Thanksgiving.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or acini de pepe)
Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Add the pasta and cook until tender.
  6. Serve hot.
Why It Works
  • The combination of ground beef, vegetables, and pasta creates a hearty and flavorful soup.
  • The tomato broth is rich and flavorful, and it is a great way to warm up on a cold day.
  • The soup is easy to make, and it is a great way to use up leftover ingredients.