Italian Wedding Soup

Total Time

50 Minutes

Servings

4

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound extra-lean minced beef
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 5 3/4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups thinly sliced chicory
• 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
• 1/3 cup finely chopped carrot

Instructions

1. In medium bowl, combine meat, egg, bread crumbs, cheese, basil and onion powder; shape into 3/4 inch balls.
2. In large saucepan, heat broth to boiling; stir in chicory, orzo pasta, chopped carrot and meatballs. Return to boil, then reduce heat to medium.
3. Cook at slow boil for 10 minutes, or until pasta is al dente. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.