MINI MEATBALL MINESTRA AND GRILLED PROVOLONE

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Mini Meatball Minestra and Grilled Provolone image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 pound pancetta, diced
1 medium-large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, grated or finely chopped
2 heads escarole, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
2 quarts chicken stock
3 cups water
1 pound ground beef, pork and veal, meat loaf mix
1 large egg
2 handfuls bread crumbs
Splash milk
A handful grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus some to pass at table
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon allspice
A handful fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
1 cup mini penne or ditalini pasta
1 lemon, zested, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a heavy bottomed soup pot heat olive oil over medium to medium-high heat. Add pancetta and cook until crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Add onions and 2 cloves of garlic and saute 4 to 5 minutes then add the escarole and wilt. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir in beans, add stock and water and bring to boil.
  • While stock comes to a boil, combine meat, egg, bread crumbs, milk, a handful of cheese, fennel, allspice, parsley, salt and pepper. Combine and roll into 1-inch balls, and add to the soup. Cook 2 minutes then add in pasta and cook 6 minutes more. Turn off the heat, garnish with lemon zest and serve with cheese passed at the table.

cynthia roque
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This minestra soup is one of the best I've ever had. The meatballs are so flavorful and juicy.


ariyansagor shah
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Noel Natasha
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Hybrid Fortnite
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Kopila Basnet
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ground beef. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


SamsungJ500 J500
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food.


Xcite Queen
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing.


Moazzam Ali Mughal
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to have a delicious meal on the table in under an hour.


Inosencio Mariscal
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The grilled provolone cheese is a great addition to this soup. It adds a nice smoky flavor.


Taehyung
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This minestra soup is one of the best I've ever had. The meatballs are so flavorful and juicy.


Dagmawi Tedla
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Usama Irfan
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out wonderfully.


Rajive Palmer
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


mutesi sheli
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Mukelwa Mhlungu
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This soup is so comforting and delicious. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Silver MJ
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover ground beef.


Tyler Metcalfe
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Shuvo Mojumder
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The grilled provolone cheese was the perfect finishing touch to this dish. It added a delicious smoky flavor that really took it over the top.


Miracle Alphonsus
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I love how easy this recipe was to follow. I was able to make it in under an hour, and it turned out perfectly.


Guna Moktan
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This mini meatball minestra soup was a hit with my family! The meatballs were so flavorful and tender, and the broth was rich and hearty. I will definitely be making this again.