1slicewhite bread(crusts trimmed), grated or shredded
½cupgrated Parmesan(optional)
8ozground beef
8ozground pork
For soup:
12cupschicken broth
1box frozen chopped spinach
approx 6-8 oz of Acini de Pepe or other tiny pasta*
2tbspparmesan(optional)
Instructions
To make the meatballs: Stir the first 6 ingredients in a large bowl to blend. Then add the cheese, beef, and pork. Shape the meat mixture into meatballs, and place on a baking sheet.
I prefer the meatballs to be on the smaller side, but you can make them any size you want.
To make the soup: Bring the broth and frozen spinach to a boil in a large pot. Add the meatballs (uncooked) and simmer for a few minutes, stirring occasionally to make sure they don't stick.
Add the pasta and continue cooking at a low boil until both the pasta and meatballs are cooked (approx 20 minutes). Season with salt and pepper if needed.
Sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving, if you wish.