Turkey meatball soup with escarole and pappardelle is a flavorful and comforting soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The turkey meatballs are tender and juicy, the escarole adds a slightly bitter flavor, and the pappardelle noodles are hearty and filling. This soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. You can add more or less vegetables, you can use different types of meat for the meatballs, and you can adjust the seasonings to your taste.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
TURKEY-MEATBALL SOUP WITH ESCAROLE AND PAPPARDELLE
Whenever possible, make your own stock; it tastes far better than the canned version. Always serve this dish with a fork and soup spoon.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the turkey, egg white, parsley, onion, half of the garlic, salt, and pepper and fluff with a fork. Shape into balls the size of walnuts (about 24 meatballs).
- In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the meatballs until cooked through, crispy, and golden, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the meatballs to a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a soup pot over medium-high heat, add the oil, remaining garlic, and shallots and cook until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken stock and simmer. Add the thyme, meatballs, and pasta and return to a simmer. Stir in the escarole and salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into 4 deep soup bowls and serve.
TURKEY MEATBALL AND ESCAROLE SOUP
From The Italian Slow Cooker, by Michele Scicolone. I have not made this yet, but it seems like a natural. Because the meatballs are added halfway through, it's not a recipe for those who need to be away all day. However, I think I would freeze the meatballs, and add them at the beginning. Escarole is a wonderful leafy vegetable, not well known in the US. Spinach or Swiss chard are suitable substitutes. The original recipe did not specify, but spinach should really be added only towards the end of the entire cooking period.
Provided by duonyte
Categories Spinach
Time 8h25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 3 quart or larger slow cooker, combine the carrots, broth and escarole. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours.
- In a medium bowl, combine the turkey, onion, eggs, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, salt and pepper. Mix well and make 1 inch meatballs and carefully add to the slow cooker at the 4 hour mark.
- Cover and cook 4 hours longer, or until the meat and veggies are cooked through. Serve sprinkled with the additional cheese.
- Note: Swiss chard or spinach would be good subs for the escarole. I would separate the leaves from the stems of the Swiss chard and add them first. The leaves of the chard and spinach should be added right at the end - you can raise to high for the last few minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.3, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 103.2, Sodium 1485.7, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 21.5
TURKEY MEATBALL SOUP
This delicious recipe from Canadian Living has flavours that remind me of my mom's homemade soups. My husband liked it so much that he had a second bowl and he rarely eats seconds!
Provided by Irmgard
Categories Clear Soup
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- To make the meatballs, combine the egg, onion, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Mix in the turkey.
- Shape by 1 tablespoon into balls.
- Bake on a greased baking sheet in a 400 degree F oven until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring the broth and water to a boil.
- Add the green onions, carrot, celery, black pepper and thyme.
- Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the red pepper, egg noodles and meatballs.
- Simmer, covered, until the pasta is al dente, about 5 minutes.
- Add the peas and heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 155.9, Sodium 985, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4.6, Protein 30.5
TURKEY-PESTO MEATBALL SOUP
Enjoy an Italian-style soup with pesto-infused meatballs, basil, garlic and escarole, topped with Parmigiano-Reggiano and freshly cracked pepper. To make prep work even easier, the meatball mixture can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to one day.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Turkey Recipes Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey (preferably dark meat), pesto, panko breadcrumbs, lightly whisked egg, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, kosher salt, and freshly ground pepper with a fork until just combined. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate.
- Heat smashed and peeled garlic clove in a saucepan over medium-high until fragrant, about 30 seconds; add low-sodium chicken broth and fresh basil. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer, partially covered, 10 minutes. Form turkey mixture into tablespoon-size balls. Remove basil and garlic from liquid; gently drop in meatballs. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, until meatballs are cooked through, about 8 minutes. Stir in chopped escarole. Serve immediately with more Parmigiano-Reggiano and pepper, and drizzled with more pesto.
CONTEST-WINNING TURKEY MEATBALL SOUP
You don't need to cook the tender homemade meatballs or boil the egg noodles separately, so you can easily stir up this savory soup in no time. I usually double the recipe for our family of seven. -Carol Losier Baldwinsville, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 55m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring the broth, celery and carrot to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the egg, bread crumbs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls., Add meatballs to the simmering broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until no meat is longer pink. Add noodles. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until noodles are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 545mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
HEARTY TURKEY MEATBALL SOUP
Every Italian-American family I know seems to have its own version of meatball soup. This recipe is based on my family's version. -Christie Ladd, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the egg whites, bread crumbs, cheese and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 3/4-in. balls. , Place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until no longer pink., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute carrots and celery in oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the broth, pepper and remaining Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Stir in pasta; cook 10-12 minutes longer or until vegetables and pasta are tender. Add meatballs and heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 772mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ESCAROLE SOUP WITH TURKEY MEATBALLS
Steps:
- Make soup:
- In a large heavy saucepan cook onion and rosemary in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until onion is softened. Add escarole, stirring to coat with oil, and cook, covered, 1 minute. Add broth and orzo and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes.
- Make meatballs while soup simmers:
- In a bowl combine well all meatball ingredients except oil and season with salt and pepper. Form mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter. In a heavy 9-inch skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and brown meatballs about 3 minutes (meatballs will not be cooked through).
- Add meatballs to soup and simmer, partially covered, 5 minutes. Stir in garlic paste, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste.
ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH TURKEY MEATBALLS
Classic Italian wedding soup is beloved for its simplicity and satisfaction. This turkey version is lean, while meatballs stay moist by simmering in broth. Start with the most flavorful broth you can get your hands on (homemade is ideal, but store-bought works well too), then pack the meatballs with flavor (garlic and parsley) and staying power (egg, panko and cheese, to gently bind them together). Traditionalists may be tempted to add a small grated onion to the meat mixture, and sweat celery and carrots into the broth, but for a quick weeknight meal, you won't miss them here. If speed is your game, roll the mixture into 12 large meatballs-or opt for 20 smaller ones if serving kids (mini meatballs will cook through even faster). Either way, finish with a healthy dose of olive oil, lemon, cheese and dill, or any fresh Italian herb you may have on hand.
Provided by Sarah Copeland
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weeknight, soups and stews, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine the chicken broth and 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot and bring to a boil.
- Meanwhile, add the turkey, panko, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup Parmesan to a large bowl. Mix with a fork or clean hands until combined. Gently roll the mixture into 12 medium (2-inch) or 20 small (1 1/2-inch) meatballs and transfer to a baking sheet lined with lightly oiled aluminum foil or a silicone baking mat.
- Heat the broiler to high and set an oven rack 6 to 8 inches from the heat. Broil the meatballs until brown on two sides, turning halfway through, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Add the pasta to the boiling broth and cook over medium until al dente, then lower the heat to a low simmer.
- Add the meatballs to the broth and simmer on low until completely warmed through, 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat, and add the spinach and lemon zest, stirring well, to wilt. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide the soup among four bowls. Drizzle each with olive oil, sprinkle with more Parmesan and squeeze a bit of lemon over the top. Scatter the dill over the top, or stir in.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 669, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 51 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1797 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ESCAROLE AND ORZO SOUP WITH TURKEY PARMESAN MEATBALLS
Steps:
- Whisk egg and 2 tablespoons water in medium bowl to blend. Mix in breadcrumbs; let stand 5 minutes. Add turkey, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper; gently stir to blend. Using wet hands, shape turkey mixture into 1 1/4-inch-diameter meatballs. Place on baking sheet; cover and chill 30 minutes.
- Bring 8 cups chicken broth to boil in large pot. Add carrots and orzo; reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered 8 minutes. Add turkey meatballs and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in chopped escarole and simmer until turkey meatballs, orzo, and escarole are tender, about 5 minutes longer. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Rewarm over medium heat, thinning with more broth if desired.)
- Ladle soup into bowls and serve.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked meatballs or frozen meatballs.
- If you don't have escarole, you can use another type of leafy green, such as spinach or kale.
- To make the soup more flavorful, use a combination of chicken broth and vegetable broth.
- If you don't have pappardelle, you can use another type of pasta, such as tagliatelle or fettuccine.
- Serve the soup with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and a side of crusty bread.
Conclusion:
Turkey meatball soup with escarole and pappardelle is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
This soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. For example, you can add more vegetables, such as carrots or celery, or you can use a different type of pasta. You can also adjust the amount of broth and water to make the soup thicker or thinner.
No matter how you make it, turkey meatball soup with escarole and pappardelle is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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