Italian Wedding Soup
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- 22 Sep 2022
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Italian wedding soup sounds fancy, but it's really old-school comfort food: Italian peasants would throw a bunch of humble ingredients into the pot for an easy, satisfying meal. Luckily, the result was beyond delicious. This Italian dinner idea carries on the tradition with beef and sausage meatballs, a rich broth, and pasta or couscous. The meatballs roast separately and are fantastic on their own, in this soup, or added to classic spaghetti and meatballs. They can also be mixed, shaped and roasted a day ahead and refrigerated. Add this recipe to your cozy soups for fall, winter, or any time of year.
Why is it called Italian wedding soup?
Despite the name, this soup has nothing to do with weddings in Italy. Italians call it "minestra maritata" or marriage soup, because of the delicious marriage of different ingredients: vegetables, meat, and pasta. It eventually became known as Italian wedding soup.
What is pearl couscous?
This couscous looks like little pearls, which is how it gets its name. Pearl couscous is more like a pasta than a grain; it's best boiled and drained or simmered in broth like this recipe. If you can't find it at the store, substitute any small pasta like mini shells, orzo, or ditalini. Regular couscous would not work in this soup—it would absorb too much liquid.
What's the difference between broth and stock?
Broth is made from meat and vegetables while stock is made from bones. Broth is best when you need several cups for a soup; it has a lighter color and milder flavor that won't overpower the other ingredients. Read More...
