CHICKEN SOUP WITH STARS AND MEATBALLS

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Categories     Beef     Cheese     Chicken     Pasta     turkey     Kid-Friendly     Parmesan     Ground Beef     Winter     Cookie     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup finely grated fresh Parmesan
3/4 pound ground turkey or lean ground beef
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/2 cup cooked, squeezed dry, and chopped spinach
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Coarse salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces star-shape pasta (or any small pasta, such as orzo)
4 cups chicken stock or broth

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • 2. Set aside 4 tablespoons of the cheese.
  • 3. Combine the ground meat, onion, bread crumbs, spinach, egg, 3/4 teaspoon of the salt, and the remaining cheese in a medium bowl. Shape into 30 meatballs, each 1 inch in diameter.
  • 4. Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Reduce heat to medium-low; add the meatballs and cook, turning, until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the meatballs to a large saucepan.
  • 5. Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions; drain.
  • 6. Add the chicken stock to the browned meatballs and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the meatballs are just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in the pasta and salt to taste.
  • 7. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with the reserved cheese.

Abu Tizita
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


mohammed barakat
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my soup turned out really bland.


Samantha Jean
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This soup is the perfect comfort food.


Lauren Loker
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I love the addition of the stars. They make the soup feel extra special.


Asghar Hussain
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This soup is a lifesaver on a cold winter day.


Tarab Nawab
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and always comes out delicious.


Zamzam Buriro
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The meatballs were a bit dry, but the soup itself was very flavorful.


You Tuber King
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The soup was a bit bland for my taste, but it was still a good base for adding my own seasonings.


Chaam chaam
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and comforting, and the stars added a nice touch.


Miranda re'
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This soup is a classic for a reason. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family.


Chand Mughal
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! The meatballs were especially good, and I loved the way the stars dissolved into the broth.


Ernestina Carreño
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This soup was incredibly comforting and delicious. The broth was flavorful and rich, and the chicken and meatballs were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the stars, which added a fun and unique touch.