ESCAROLE AND MEATBALL SOUP

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Simmer herbed meatballs with escarole and kidney beans for a soothing soup. Stir in some of our Parsley-Walnut Pesto for added flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 slices white bread, crusts removed
1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground beef
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup dried currants
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
1 head escarole (about 6 ounces), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed
1 small dried chile pepper, crumbled

Steps:

  • Soak bread with milk in a small bowl for 2 minutes. Squeeze excess moisture from bread, and tear into small pieces. Stir meats, soaked bread, onion, garlic, currants, and oregano in a large bowl until well mixed; season with salt and pepper. Roll into 1 1/4-inch balls.
  • Heat oil in a medium saute pan over medium heat. Cook meatballs, turning often, until browned and cooked through, 12 minutes.
  • Bring stock to a boil in a medium pan. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add meatballs, escarole, beans, and chile; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Dorn Il-Khan
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover escarole. I also like to add a few chopped carrots and celery to the soup for extra vegetables.


Clairemyst Charles
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I love the addition of the Parmesan cheese to this soup. It adds a nice touch of richness and flavor.


Nazim khan 12
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and delicious.


Abhishek Ganesh
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I'm not a big fan of escarole, but this soup was surprisingly good. The escarole was cooked perfectly and it didn't have a strong bitter taste.


shahjahan khan
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can make it in one pot.


Melissa Wrgiht
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I love the combination of escarole and meatballs in this soup. The escarole adds a nice bitterness that balances out the richness of the meatballs.


ahmed Mehedi
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my guests. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Felicia High tower
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover meatballs. I also like to add a few chopped potatoes to the soup for extra heartiness.


abdullah umar
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy too.


Ally Miana
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week.


Jonah wolfe
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I love the addition of the Parmesan cheese to this soup. It adds a nice touch of richness and flavor.


Luca Shibley
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also packed with vegetables, so it's a healthy choice too.


01859424140 Md halal
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I'm not a big fan of escarole, but this soup was surprisingly good. The bitterness of the escarole was balanced out by the sweetness of the tomatoes and the richness of the broth.


George Martinez
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it reheats well.


Kadin Robinson
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I've made this soup with both beef and pork meatballs, and both versions are delicious. I also like to add a few chopped carrots and celery to the soup for extra vegetables.


jackixoni pondmari rashidi jack
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover escarole. I also like to add a bit of red pepper flakes for a little extra spice.


Himanot Kassahun
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the escarole was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Levy Mbiya
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This soup is delicious! The escarole adds a nice touch of bitterness that balances out the richness of the broth. I also love the addition of the Parmesan cheese.


Tammy LeJeune
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meatballs are so easy to make, and the escarole gives the soup a unique flavor that I love.


Sohail Shabir
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This escarole and meatball soup was a hit with my family! The meatballs were flavorful and tender, and the escarole added a nice bitterness that balanced out the richness of the broth. I will definitely be making this soup again.