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Italian Wedding Soup #SundaySupper

     This #SundaySupper we're having a Helping Hands them and making Dishes for Friends in Need.  Many people have heard about the devastation Hurricane Sandy caused on the East Coast several weeks ago.

      New Jersey's First Lady Mary Pat Christie had this to say.  "Hurricane Sandy has brought unthinkable devastation to parts of our Garden State, destroying homes, businesses and some of New Jersey’s most identifiable icons. The Governor and I have organized this relief fund to aide, comfort, and rebuild New Jersey. The images and stories of the damage are heartbreaking.

      In the aftermath, I urge you to support our friends, neighbors and communities impacted by the storm. They need our help and need it quickly. Thank you for your generosity. We are strong and resilient.  We are proud New Jerseyans."

     The theme is all about cooking from our hearts and the best comfort food I could think of is soup.  Soup is warm, filling, and comforting especially on these cold fall nights.  One soup that I enjoy is Italian Wedding Soup.  I've never made it before so I figured it was time to make myself a bowl and share the comfort with those affected by the storm.

      The soup has a chicken broth base filled with spinach, meatballs, and noodles.  We paired it with a grilled cheese sandwich for a warm and hearty meal.

Italian Wedding Soup (adapted from Family Foodie)
8 c. chicken broth
1 egg
1 c. shredded, cooked chicken
24 mini meatballs (homemade or store bought)
1 (10 oz) package chopped frozen spinach
1 c. Parmesan cheese
8 oz. Orzo Pasta

1.  Pour the chicken broth into a large stock pot.  Place it over medium high heat and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to medium low and simmer.

2.  Squeeze the water out of the spinach and dry.  Combine the spinach, egg, and half of the Parmesan cheese in a bowl.  Mix well.

3.  Stir the spinach mixture into the chicken broth.  Add in the shredded chicken and meatballs then simmer for 30 minutes.

4.  Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to the package directions.  Drain and add to the soup.  Simmer for an additional 30 minutes. 

5.  Spoon into bowls and top with additional Parmesan cheese.
  





Breakfast and Brunch:
Comforting Casseroles and Entrées:
Warming Soups and Sides:
Sweet Endings:
If you are interested in making a donation to help the hurricane victims, here are links to the two charitable organizations we recommend:


This post linked to:
Scrumptious Sundays, The Bulletin Board
     This #SundaySupper we're having a Helping Hands them and making Dishes for Friends in Need.  Many people have heard about the devastation Hurricane Sandy caused on the East Coast several weeks ago.

      New Jersey's First Lady Mary Pat Christie had this to say.  "Hurricane Sandy has brought unthinkable devastation to parts of our Garden State, destroying homes, businesses and some of New Jersey’s most identifiable icons. The Governor and I have organized this relief fund to aide, comfort, and rebuild New Jersey. The images and stories of the damage are heartbreaking.

      In the aftermath, I urge you to support our friends, neighbors and communities impacted by the storm. They need our help and need it quickly. Thank you for your generosity. We are strong and resilient.  We are proud New Jerseyans."

     The theme is all about cooking from our hearts and the best comfort food I could think of is soup.  Soup is warm, filling, and comforting especially on these cold fall nights.  One soup that I enjoy is Italian Wedding Soup.  I've never made it before so I figured it was time to make myself a bowl and share the comfort with those affected by the storm.

      The soup has a chicken broth base filled with spinach, meatballs, and noodles.  We paired it with a grilled cheese sandwich for a warm and hearty meal.

Italian Wedding Soup (adapted from Family Foodie)
8 c. chicken broth
1 egg
1 c. shredded, cooked chicken
24 mini meatballs (homemade or store bought)
1 (10 oz) package chopped frozen spinach
1 c. Parmesan cheese
8 oz. Orzo Pasta

1.  Pour the chicken broth into a large stock pot.  Place it over medium high heat and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to medium low and simmer.

2.  Squeeze the water out of the spinach and dry.  Combine the spinach, egg, and half of the Parmesan cheese in a bowl.  Mix well.

3.  Stir the spinach mixture into the chicken broth.  Add in the shredded chicken and meatballs then simmer for 30 minutes.

4.  Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to the package directions.  Drain and add to the soup.  Simmer for an additional 30 minutes. 

5.  Spoon into bowls and top with additional Parmesan cheese.
  





Breakfast and Brunch:
Comforting Casseroles and Entrées:
Warming Soups and Sides:
Sweet Endings:
If you are interested in making a donation to help the hurricane victims, here are links to the two charitable organizations we recommend:


This post linked to:
Scrumptious Sundays, The Bulletin Board

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