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| Italian Wedding Soup Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis Show: Everyday Italian Episode: Viewer Requests Overall User Rating:  |
Incredible Soup
12/31/2005 at 05:45pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Excellent for entertaining.
Miniballs Soup
12/31/2004 at 03:25pm
User: VALERIE from Elizabeth, NJ User Rating:
!!!!!!!Excellent, the taste is gooood!!!!!!!
Easy to make!
12/29/2004 at 11:06am
User: MELISSA from erie, PA User Rating:
This was easy to make and was very good. It made for a good lunch to bring to work!
Yum!
12/28/2006 at 04:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup was delish! I increased the garlic a bit and it was awesome!
Delicious
12/27/2006 at 03:00pm
User: Yvette from San Antonio, TX User Rating:
The soup was very tasty but, I added more chicken stock to it and I also added pasta. It was a hit this on Christmas Day! The meatballs were really easy to prepare and although I have never cooked with Escarole before it was delicios!
Use stock or youor own chicken soup
12/27/2005 at 07:14pm
User: Louise from Parkland, FL User Rating:
This recipe was a hit each time I've tried it. I've used both my own chicken soup and canned stock, and had none left. I personally like it better with my own chicken soup made with turnips and parsnips, as well as carrots, celery, onions, and dill. The meatballs are the best part!
Excellent!
12/26/2004 at 06:35pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Excellent soup! Light and tasty! Did not add the cheese but turned out well too! Good for cool weather!
Delicious!
12/25/2007 at 02:45pm
User: Carol from Mechanicsburg, PA User Rating:
This soup was easy and delicious. It's the best Italian Wedding Soup I have ever had.
super easy soup!!
12/25/2006 at 11:48pm
User: Kristine from Green Lane, PA User Rating:
Great crowd pleaser. I added Acini di Pepi pastina to it. Fantastic!!!
bland ..
12/25/2005 at 08:34pm
User: JENNIFER from S Yarmouth, MA User Rating:
I was disappointed with this soup. I though that the broth was very bland and the meatballs not that great. i will be looking for another Italain Wedding soup.
excellent
12/25/2005 at 12:09pm
User: barbara from indianapolis, IN User Rating:
the meatballs are the best, but i use spinach instead of the endive. wow
it was alright
12/22/2004 at 08:10pm
User: JONI from columbus, OH User Rating:
the meatballs were great but the actual soup left a little to be desired.
good
12/20/2004 at 06:03pm
User: LINDA from Clarkston, MI User Rating:
I was looking for something to do with a pound of hamburger. Didn't use pork and added basil and thyme to the meatballs. I also didn't have enough chicken broth so I used part beef broth and no escarole or endive so substituted 2 packs of frozen spinach. It still turned out great. Next time I'll try following the recipe!
basic and easy too adjust to your own style
12/19/2006 at 10:19am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
LOVED IT BUT I ONLY MADE MINOR CHANGES-I USE CHIKEN STOCK AND WATER INSTEAD OF LOW FLAVOR BROTH. ICAN NEVER MAKE IT OFTEN ENOUGH
DELICIOUS
12/17/2005 at 04:08pm
User: Bambi from Spring, TX User Rating:
I have made this several times. It's a definite keeper in my house. It's great as a meal all by itself!
Wonderful & Quick
12/14/2005 at 06:31pm
User: Stephanie from King, NC User Rating:
This is a great tasting and easy recipe. I was low on chicken stock so I added some beef stock & used spinach instead of escarole. My husband raved about it - and it was done in about 30-45 minutes.
not traditional wedding soup
12/14/2004 at 12:00pm
User: JEFF from blaine, MN User Rating:
For starters, it needs pasta...and not just any pasta but a specific pasta. Be sure to pick up Acini-de-pepe pasta. It is what this soup is missing. Also the sugesstion regarding pork sausage to add some spice to the meatballs is also excellent. In addition if you want to flavor the meatballs without the spice, mix the ground meat with parmesan cheese and sprinkle in some basil.
The best wedding soup!!!!
12/11/2006 at 06:12pm
User: Andrea from Medina, OH User Rating:
This is the BEST Wedding Soup! It is really easy and my family LOVED it!
Very good!
12/11/2005 at 03:16pm
User: VINITA from herndon, VA User Rating:
yummy, makes a good dish meal that an feed a crowd. I cooked the spinich longer and added orzo pasta. If stored the pasta soakes up the broth.
Loved this!
12/10/2005 at 11:41pm
User: Pattie from Parma, OH User Rating:
I loved this soup! A keeper for sure!
Wonderful, wonderful
12/07/2004 at 09:03pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup was easy to make and a great hit at my house. My husband proclaimed it was like his mother used to make but she just called it "escarole." I used escarole instead of curly endive. The flavors are wonderful and it's surprisingly filling.
DEEEELICIOUS!!!!
12/06/2007 at 11:00pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have made this over and over again! I have a hard time finding curly endive so I substitute it for kale. It even taste better the next day as most soups do!
ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP
12/06/2005 at 11:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
UNFORTUNATELLY WAS UNABLE TO PRINT THIS RECIPE OUT WOULD JUST GO "BOP" WHEN I TRIED TO CLICK TO EVEN PRINTER OUT EITHER FULL PAGE, 3X4 OR THE 4X6 ANY IDEAS ?? EPETER@TELUS.NET (Ed Gardner)
Just like Grandmas!
12/04/2007 at 06:43pm
User: Debra from Newport Beach, CA User Rating:
I saw Giada making this recipe, and I was amazed to see how much it was being prepared just as my Grandma used to. She didn't leave these recipes behind, as many great cooks don't, but I made only a couple of modification and WHALA! it is just amazing! My entire family loves this recipe and will be having this on Christmas Day. It's still the wonderful tradition it has always been. Be careful though..This soup is highly addicting! It can easily be the main course with a fabulous Foccocia Bread along side. I had a tasty difference when I substituted the Parmesean for freshly grated Picorino Romano, and mixed my favorite Italian sausage instead of ground pork. Shop for some fresh dry herbs as well, and I mixed up the endive and the escarole. DAHLISH!
Soup lovers delight
12/04/2005 at 03:51pm
User: William from Sandy, UT User Rating:
Don't change a thing.
Simple but good
12/02/2007 at 06:39pm
User: Jorge from Brooklyn, NY User Rating:
I've just began cooking and this recipe was simple to make.
Amazing
12/02/2006 at 09:24am
User: Judi from Springfield, VT User Rating:
I couldn't believe how easy and delicious. Can't wait to make it again.
Fantastic
11/29/2005 at 06:45pm
User: Katie from Indianapolis, IN User Rating:
I just loved this soup. The egg and cheese give it that special touch and the meatballs (the most complicated part of the soup) only took me about fifteen minutes! Besides that, I thought it was delicious. And so did my family.
SO SO
11/28/2005 at 03:05pm
User: Sandy from Lawrenceville, GA User Rating:
Was not eye appealing but the taste was alright, a little bland.
Great Soup!
11/25/2004 at 12:31am
User: PAULA from Ballwin, MO User Rating:
I added some cooked pasta and chopped fresh spinach and made it a complete meal. My family loves it!
Wonderful
11/24/2004 at 12:17pm
User: LINDA from Wilmington, DE User Rating:
Everyone loved it and asked for it again!
my wife loved it
11/22/2004 at 01:38pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is my wife's favorite soup. It is easy to make and she absolutely loved it.
Very tasty
11/21/2004 at 11:41am
User: ANDREW from Pittsburgh, PA User Rating:
My grandparents always made wedding soup and I've been dying to try it myself. This recipe is great. Some changes I made: One change I made was using ground fresh italian sausage mixture instead of regular ground pork. Ends the bland meatballs other people have complained about. I also added a pound of Pastina pasta, because thats how my gram and gramps made it. I cut back to one egg because of this. Cook the pasta seperately and add it to the soup.
The Best
11/20/2005 at 02:40pm
User: heidi from Santa Barbara, CA User Rating:
Made 3x the meatball amount. Added extra broth to accomodate. Used spinach instead of escarole. Added anici pasta. Really great broth/flavor. Loved it.
Oh yeah
11/17/2007 at 10:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Awsome
Just like Gandmom used to make...
11/17/2005 at 07:02pm
User: natalie from jacksonville, FL User Rating:
This soup is so easy to make. I coulden't belive it! My Grandmother used to make this all the time when I was growing up,and I never got a chance to ask her for the recipe, thanks Giada!
Excellent and hearty
11/16/2004 at 10:27am
User: SHELLY from Columbus, OH User Rating:
I made this soup last night and it was really good. I added more cheese to the meatballs for added flavor. My husband loved it. I will be making this often since it is so easy to make. This is an easy weeknight meal.
Pretty good
11/15/2004 at 10:04am
User: SHELLY from villarica, GA User Rating:
The soup is very easy to make, but the meatballs are kind of bland.
Simple & Tasty
11/14/2004 at 03:32pm
User: MERCEDES from pittsburgh, PA User Rating:
I love wedding soup and never tried to make it until now. This recipe is simple and very tasty. The only thing I would do differently is make half the portion because it was too much soup for a single person. I froze half and still had alot of soup to drink all week.
Good for low-carb
11/14/2004 at 03:17pm
User: EDWARD from Roswell, GA User Rating:
Very good and easy to make. I used low-carb bread crumbs.
Just like Italy
11/14/2004 at 09:26am
User: KRISTEN from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
I just returned from Italy so I obsessed with cooking foods I had over there. This was great!!! I recommend it! Very good soothing soup.
Love It! The best soup!
11/13/2007 at 03:58pm
User: J from howell, MI User Rating:
I have made it a couple of times now. I added veal with the beef and pork mixture. Yummy. Hers's a neat thing: Take a bag of Italian seasoned croutons mix with one egg and water( like an egg wash consistancy) dip croutons in egg wash remove with slotted spoon and fry in olive oil and butter until golden brown. And serve in soup with romano cheese. Always a hit!!
Delicious
11/13/2004 at 10:35pm
User: AMY from bedford, TX User Rating:
This soup was easy to prepare and tasted great! My whole family liked it. I would recommend it as an appetizer or an accompaniment to griled sandwiches, etc.
Very good and delicious
11/12/2004 at 01:35pm
User: ALMA from Rockwall, TX User Rating:
This is a very wonderful recipe and so comforting to eat! I made it twice already. The first time I substituted it with kale and the second I used endive. I would make it again with Kale since endive tends to get soggy. Kale with the soup is excellent. The meatballs are wonderdful and delicious.
thatsa good soup
11/12/2004 at 01:08pm
User: APRIL from Dingamns Ferry, PA User Rating:
I wouldn't use the pork for the meatballs, but I'll try anything once. Monja!
Excellent!
11/11/2007 at 10:15pm
User: Robyn from San Pedro, CA User Rating:
This is delicious and so easy! I used spinach instead of endive and it was fine. Also, someone suggested adding Accini de pepe pasta which I did. Be careful - the first time I added the entire box which was too much. It got kind of gloppy. This time I only used half the box and it was perfect. This is a perfect winter dinner.
One of the best & easiest soups ever
11/11/2004 at 07:12pm
User: ANGELA from nanuet, NY User Rating:
Absolutely Fabulous A little fussy to make but worth it.I brought a hunk over to a friend who was recovering from surgery and she and her husband loved it. thank you.
Great soup
11/10/2004 at 04:10pm
User: CHRISTINA from Bradenton, FL User Rating:
This was extremely simple and easy, and it tasted fantastic.
it wedding soup
11/10/2004 at 01:31pm
User: JOAN from Hollywood, FL User Rating:
easy and tasty great ty
Great for parties!
11/08/2004 at 05:33pm
User: KIMBERLY from North Port, FL User Rating:
I didn't think my friends would eat this soup at a football party, but it was a smash!! I recommend using regular (not low-sodium) broth. I made two batches, and the one with regular chicken broth tasted much better to my husband and I. This was such a great recipe!!
delicious!
11/03/2005 at 08:52am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
What an easy tasty soup to make for yourself or company.
Comfort Soup
11/02/2006 at 03:56pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup was tasty and comforting - I used a homemade chicken broth to give it an extra richness. This would be a good soup for company to enjoy.
great
11/02/2005 at 08:10pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
try spinach also instead of escarole. excellent
fds
11/02/2004 at 07:06pm
User: ALEXANDRA from Wildwood, MO User Rating:
es
Excellent!
11/02/2004 at 06:03pm
User: MARY from Sandston, VA User Rating:
We really liked this soup. My kids, who don't really know what a vegetable is, ate this and I used a can of spinach instead of the escarole/endive and they STILL ate it! It is very tasty and I recommend it highly.
Hmm, hmm, great...
11/02/2004 at 11:24am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great soup. Am on a sodium restricted diet, used very low sodium chicken boullion and escarole and still was great. Will make my own chicken stock next time. Tastes even better the next day.
Fast and Easy
10/30/2005 at 06:20pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This took no time at all to prepare and was delicious! Everyone loved it
easy and hearty soup
10/29/2007 at 01:58pm
User: Karen from Ormond Beach, FL User Rating:
this was the 1st time i made this soup. it was very easy to do. and it tasted GREAT! my sons are 5 and 6 and they ate 4 small bowls each...lol i will make this again...this recipe is a keeper!
Loved This One!
10/28/2007 at 02:28pm
User: Barbara from Huntersville, NC User Rating:
I just made this for Sunday lunch. Substituted Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage for the pork & beef; used spinach rather than escarole. Also added 1 cup of the Acini De Pepe Pasta. Love the meatballs and will use them in other dishes.
awesome
10/26/2004 at 01:01pm
User: CARHY from Pgh, PA User Rating:
I loved this recipe, it was easy, except I couldn't find broth without sodium. It was just a little salty, next time if I have to I will go to another grocery store to find low sodium broth.
So so
10/26/2004 at 01:00pm
User: ANTHONY from Philadelphia, PA User Rating:
Make your own broth
Cloudy Soup
10/25/2004 at 04:41pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Makes a cloudy soup and a little onion over kill for my taste.
Perfect!
10/24/2004 at 11:46pm
User: KRISTINA from Melbourne, FL User Rating:
Unlike other Italian meatball recipes, these are fairly small in size. If you are familiar with Swedish meatballs, this is the size you are after. I made 32 meatballs with the ingredients listed. With the amount of cooking experience I have, my standards for good food are quite high. It's no secret fresh ingredients and lengthy preparation generally yields the best results. I am pleased to say this quick recipe yields amazing flavor without hurting your pocketbook. The meatballs are sooo tender you'll wonder how something so simple could be this good.
Great flavor and easy!!
10/23/2006 at 07:45pm
User: Jenni from Lake in the Hills, IL User Rating:
What would we do without Giada? Thanks for making GREAT italian cooking easy on us. I made this soup with spinach. Bella Bella!!! Compliments from every member at the dinner table tonight.
First Time Success !
10/23/2005 at 10:36pm
User: Kimberly from Redwood City, CA User Rating:
Wow - this was great, my husband had seconds & He's usually the cook! Intead of endive - I used Bok Choy & I added 1 celery stalk, (more would have been ok) a handfull of left over fresh baby spinach & 2 russett potatoes. I will make again and experiment even more - but for the first time - was excellent..!
Souper!
10/23/2004 at 03:48pm
User: DEBORAH from McMurray, PA User Rating:
This is a wonderful Wedding Soup recipe. The only changes I would make would be to make the meatballs smaller and omit the salt in the meatballs. All in All, this is a keeper.
Easy to make and Delicious!!
10/23/2004 at 10:13am
User: LISA from Thomasville, GA User Rating:
I saw this on an episode of Everyday Italian and decided to try it. We love soups. I had most of the ingredients on hand and it was very easy to make. I could not find endive or escarole, so I used Baby Arugala. It was delicious! My husband and I both had seconds. My 2 year old daughter loved the meatballs. This is definitely a keeper and one I'll make for guests.
The Absolute Best
10/22/2006 at 10:01pm
User: Karen from Modesto, CA User Rating:
I have made this recipe three different times. The first time I followed the recipe exactly and loved it. The second and third times I used Chard (a mixture of red and green) and added angel hair pasta. Absolutely delicious. My husband loves this soup and so do I!!
Soups On!!!!!!!!
10/22/2004 at 04:53pm
User: JEANNINE from whitehouse station, NJ User Rating:
I love this soup....chicken stock with mini meatballs is a great combo...I make a batch of this for a few days....I also add "ancini pepe" to it for a filling meal.
Italian wedding soup
10/22/2004 at 04:15pm
User: MARJORIE from Lake Placid, FL User Rating:
family's favorite soup
bliss
10/19/2004 at 06:48pm
User: DEBBIE from corinth, NY User Rating:
saw the episode, today bought the ingredients, and whipped it up after work in no time! after first taste, i rolled my eyes in delight...sheer bliss. sent the recipe along to Italian sister in law...she will LOVE this!
lusciously delious
10/18/2004 at 05:19pm
User: TINA from bethlehem, PA User Rating:
I am italian and my family has made wedding soup before but this recipe was incredible
Delicious !!!
10/17/2005 at 10:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup is amazing! It is simple to make and a joy to eat.
yummy
10/17/2004 at 08:20pm
User: CHRISTY from BENTON, LA User Rating:
Very good light soup for a fall day. Great with garlic bread for lunch!
A STARTER FOR ANY MEAL
10/17/2004 at 01:25pm
User: RICHARD from TITUSVILLE, FL User Rating:
THIS IS AN IDEAL STARTER FOR NOT ONLY ITALIAN RECIEPS, BUT ALSO GOES VERY WELL WITH BEEF DISHES...DICK
absolutely delicious soup
10/17/2004 at 12:19pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this soup and was overwhelmed at its simplicity and delicious flavor. Western Pa. at this time of the year is so beautiful...this soup was the perfect complement to a lovely fall day.
I did it
10/16/2007 at 05:49pm
User: rachel from pasadena , TX User Rating:
I am not a cook- far from it. BUT I was able to make this, and it is wonderful. I did follow advice and used italian sausage instead of pork and added pasta. My only regret is that 1 bowl has filled me up.
manja-manja
10/16/2004 at 08:15pm
User: STACEY from san jose, CA User Rating:
I thougt this was a very easy and delicous soup, perfect for tha cold fall day. It was very light and flavorable. I really liked the meatballs! also toasted bagets with a ight drizzle of olive oil and asiago cheese instead of parmisiano or romano. I will definetly cook this again!!!
soup
10/15/2006 at 05:17pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Fast and absolutely deliciuous.
AWESOME
10/11/2006 at 11:48am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
THIS IS THE BEST WEDDING SOUP I HAVE EVER HAD. I GET SPECIAL REQUESTS FROM FAMILY AND FRIENDS ALL THE TIME
excellent!
10/08/2006 at 12:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup is better than I remember my Sicilian grandmother's soup!
Best soup ever!
10/08/2006 at 10:50am
User: Linda from worcester, MA User Rating:
I have been looking for a good Italian Wedding Soup and this is the one. I did add some elbow macaroni to this. My husband said it was the best soup I've made and he can't imagine me topping it. This one definitely stays in my recipe box!
SOUP
10/07/2005 at 02:38pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
very good
excellent
10/05/2006 at 04:43pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
very very yummy
Excellent soup!!!
10/04/2006 at 05:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is so easy and tasty that anybody can make it and enjoy. Giada is just perfect, she makes it fun and easy.
Just like Mama used to make!
10/04/2005 at 11:30am
User: Sandy from Florence, KY User Rating:
It wasn't my Mama, but somebody's Italian Mama. Giada, you have outdone yourself with this soup. So delicious and my husband would like to have it everyweek. I will be sending lunch portions to work with him this Fall and Winter. Love your recipes, keep them coming.
I can't believe it was so easy!!!
10/02/2006 at 02:41pm
User: Lisa from Mt. Laurel, NJ User Rating:
This soup was so simple to make and tasted absolutely delicious!!
better than any restaurant
09/30/2007 at 12:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
absolutely delecious- wouldnt change a thing
Easier than I thought.
09/26/2007 at 10:25am
User: jamie from Ledyard, CT User Rating:
I love this soup. The most difficult part is making all those little meatballs, and even that only took me, maybe 10 minutes. It's simple and delicious!
Meatballs bland, broth thin
09/25/2006 at 02:50pm
User: Janice from Bethlehem, PA User Rating:
I followed the recipe for the meatballs exactly as written and it smelled wonderfully fragrant raw but once they were cooked, they tasted surprisingly bland. I've checked out a lot of other Italian Wedding Soup recipes and the meatball recipe is pretty much identical with all of them so I'm not sure what caused my bland meatballs. Maybe cooking them in the soup instead of roasting them separately? The broth was thin though not tasteless. I'm sure the reason is that I used low fat/low sodium commercial broth so I'm not blaming the recipe but I think the addition of some carrots and onions to the broth would help.
You won't believe it till you try it!
09/18/2006 at 07:05pm
User: Eliza from CANYON COUNTRY, CA User Rating:
I made this last night with my best friend and we almost killed ourselves eatting so much. We still have more left and I invited my kids over tonight to have it with them.
Super
09/17/2005 at 06:35pm
User: Rebecca from Dallas, TX User Rating:
This recipe was so easy to make and was a big hit. I know that I will make it often. Makes you feel that you are eating something good for you.
Kid friendly and really yummy.
09/05/2007 at 11:37am
User: Leah from Mequon, WI User Rating:
This soup is terrific. I used ground turkey instead of the beef and pork, and the meatballs turned out great. Also used 1/2 c. Italian breadcrumbs instead of the white bread. I added 1/2 c. star shaped pasta at the meatball step, and swapped out spinach for the endive/escarole. The only thing I would do differently next time is to add the spinach at the very end (I made this three hours ahead), because by the time I served it, the color wasn't great. I'll definitely make it again!
Yum!
09/03/2006 at 11:25am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I make this all the time, it's easy and delicious.
Superb!
08/30/2005 at 04:18pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Excellent recipe. Family staple. Easy and fairly healthy too!
Additions to make the soup even better!
08/27/2005 at 02:45pm
User: JOCELYN from Pittsburgh, PA User Rating:
Everyone from Pittsburgh knows that authentic wedding soup must have Acini Di Pepe pasta in the broth (cook separately) and shredded chicken in addition to the meatballs. It makes the soup into a meal. No fresh greens in the fridge? Add half a box of frozen chopped spinach instead of the greens. There's rarely a wedding in Pittsburgh that doesn't have this wonderful soup on the menu. Thanks Giada!
Barb Omaha Nebraska
08/24/2006 at 07:12pm
User: BARBARA from Omaha, NE User Rating:
It looked good on the cooking show, but I really didn't care for this.
love
08/22/2007 at 06:46pm
User: AnnaMae from South Plainfield, NJ User Rating:
I found the perfect recipe and it's so delicious. Thank you Giada!
EASY SOUP
08/18/2007 at 08:15pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I CAN EAT THE WHOLE POT TO MY SELF. IT WAS SO EASY TO MAKE.
carla
08/14/2006 at 05:43pm
User: carla from ocklawaha, FL User Rating:
thesoupwasgreat. iusedspinach,andaddeditalianseasonigsinthebroth
awesome soup
08/08/2005 at 10:01pm
User: CAROLYN from Boston, MA User Rating:
This soup was well worth the effort. I'm glad because rolling all those little meatballs was a real pain. I'm going to do it again and again, though. It was really that good.
Wonderful!
08/03/2007 at 07:01pm
User: Ellyn from Colorado Springs, CO User Rating:
My family always requests that I make this for everything from a special occasion to just a normal dinner. It is quick and easy to make. The worst part is just when I cry from grating the onion! I would highly reccomend this recipe to anyone!
good but needed some tweaking
07/31/2007 at 05:51pm
User: Kim from gloucester, VA User Rating:
I started with this basic recipe and made some modifications. I haven't eaten wedding soup often, but my husband who is from an Italian community up north loves it so I thought I would give it a try. I used celery, leek and grated carrot to start the base then added the broth. I used 1 lb of mild italian sausage instead of the beef and pork mixture. I added orzo to the broth because I couldn't find anci de pepe and kale insead of escarole. I also precooked the meatballs in the oven before adding to broth. At the end I used more cheese and only one egg. Very good, will make again.
If only there was some pasta. . .
07/31/2007 at 12:32am
User: Terri from Auburn, WA User Rating:
The flavor of this recipe is outstanding, especially with the addition of the egg and endive. I experimented a bit and substituted the endive with swiss chard, and loved the results. The one thing I missed in this recipe was a touch of pasta. I added a half cup of orzo and it added just enough dimension. Loved it!
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
07/30/2006 at 05:01pm
User: Carrie from Telford, TN User Rating:
This is so easy and filling. I make it at least 2-3 times a month. And i eat on it for like 3 days afterwards!
"Soup"urb
07/27/2005 at 04:59pm
User: Jennifer from Sioux City, IA User Rating:
This soup was so easy to make and so very tastey! I made it for my mother-in-law's birthday and everyone loved it. The meatballs are so flavorful. Definately a crowd pleaser!
The Best tasting recipe so far
07/26/2007 at 04:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is soooo GOOD. The flovors just explode in your mouth. I've never tasted a better soup. This one will be a keeper!
Excellent but needs good chicken broth
07/04/2006 at 11:12am
User: Rita from Centerburg, OH User Rating:
Meatballs are the best!
ksheets
07/04/2006 at 10:05am
User: Krista from Coraopolis, PA User Rating:
This wedding soup was simple and delicious. The endive was a nice variation from the spinach I usually use.
Italian Wedding Soup
06/20/2005 at 07:18pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup is easy and fabulous. One I make regularly.
Giada is teaching me how to make Italian cooking at its best.
06/15/2006 at 05:55pm
User: judy from marysville, OH User Rating:
I have made this receipe many times and it is a great hit. My man lovesss good soups and has enjoyed it soooo much,as do my friends. Giada you are the best for authentic easy to fix Italian dishes. thank you again. Judy
EASY AND DELICIOUS
06/12/2006 at 06:31pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
THIS WAS A GREAT TASTING SOUP. VERY EASY TO MAKE. A KEEPER FOR SURE.
Perfect! Delicious! Easy and Loved by ALL!
06/10/2005 at 04:58pm
User: CYNTHIA from Tampa, FL User Rating:
I have searched and searched for a recipe for Italian Wedding soup for a long time and now I can finally add this one to my recipe box. It's so easy to prepare and my family loves it. I even prepare it for pot luck functions at work and everyone raves about it. It is always a treat for my family when I prepare it and I make it the main course - as it will be again tonight for the umpteenth time. Grazi, Giada!
yummy
06/05/2007 at 02:07pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Wonderful and comforting soup. Very filling, great for a whole meal. I added tortellini which was delicious. The meatballs were very flavorful and simple to make. I will definately make this again! Thank you Giada!
Friend pleaser!
05/28/2007 at 04:42pm
User: Laura from Athens, GA User Rating:
Made this for dinner with girlfriends, they loved it. Made plenty for the 4 of us and was so delicious!
SOOO GOOD
05/26/2006 at 02:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I just love this soup. Easy to make, great taste, and even better the next day!! I make the meat balls about 1/2 the size for my 5 year old and she LOVES it!!
Excellent!!!
05/21/2007 at 12:31am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is an awesome recipe for Italian Wedding Soup. Here's how I modified it: I could not get either Endive or Escarole at the market, so I substituted Kale. I doubled the chicken broth. I also added about 1/4 cup of Sun Dried Tomatoes to the broth. Instead of mixing the hamburger and sausage meat, I just bought 1 lb of Italian Sausage. To this I added the onion and about 3 teaspoons of parmisan cheese, and then baked the meatballs until done. Made them really tiny. I added them just before drizzling the egg/cheese mixture into the broth. For an excellent pairing, cut small slices of French Bread. On a plate, sprinkle Italian seasonings and about 1/4 (or more to taste) of extra virgin olive oil. Dip bread in this mixture. It is....Magnifico!
Family loved it
05/19/2007 at 12:59pm
User: Jody from Jamestown, NY User Rating:
Friends and family loved the soup, for me though, the meatballs tasted to much like meatloaf and I do not know if I did something wrong. Could just be my taster. If you love Italian wedding soup, this is definately one to try.
Simple and Elegant
05/17/2007 at 11:23am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this soup for my son's graduation party. It was so simple and easy to make up. Everyone raved. I substituted fresh baby spinach for the endive.
Great Soup!
05/17/2006 at 11:54am
User: Daniele from Beaverton, OR User Rating:
This soup is so easy and tastes wonderful. There is so much flavor. My kids and husband all love it!
addictive
05/13/2006 at 01:26pm
User: RONNIE from Carlsbad, CA User Rating:
I share recipes with my neighbor but only gave her a dab as this soup is addictive. I used ground chicken and pork and it was fabulous. Added two shakes of red pepper flakes and fresh thyme too as it goes so well with chicken. I would not use ground turkey--too foul! Thanks Giada
Try Subsitutions
05/06/2005 at 07:38pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The soup was really good. When I first tried it I thought it was just ok, but the more I ate it the more I really ended up loving it. I used a lot of substitutions-- beef with Thyme and basil instead of pork, added orzo pasta and spinache -- and I really liked how they added to the soup. It made a really big pot and my family (and friends) were eating it all week long. Try this soup, and don't hesitate to make some revisions.
So easy and so authentic!
05/01/2006 at 03:43pm
User: Paige from Houston, TX User Rating:
I have to say that this recipe is SOOOOO easy and so wonderful! With a loaf of crusty bread, you have a great meal! Make sure and use the low sodium broth because the parmesan will add enough salt to the soup. I've even made it with fresh spinach instead of the other greans! This is winner!!!!
Really, really good
04/29/2007 at 10:33am
User: Janet from Gilbert, AZ User Rating:
My Italian gf loved this soup and asks for it again and again. It is really nutritious with the drak greens too. My family likes kale, so that's what we used and it was just fantastic.
i cook everyday!
04/26/2006 at 07:33pm
User: torrie from newington, CT User Rating:
This recipe is really good, really easy, and really quick. I cook the meatballs in the oven, to cut back on the fat, and get the rest going while they cook. Even my four-year-old likes it.
italian wedding soup
04/25/2005 at 12:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
delicious and easy to make
Everyone Loved It
04/24/2007 at 07:43pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this soup tonight and it was a hit. However, I changed the recipe a little to satify my little ones. If your kids don't like white-ish colored meat balls I suggest browning them a little before dropping them into the soup. I added a little pasta - maybe 1/4 to 1/2cup of tiny pasta. I skipped the escarole because my kids would have went yuck! Instead I added a little diced green onion for color. I also added about 16oz more broth. Oh and I used Italian sausasge instead of pork. It came out delicious!
very goooooooood
04/24/2006 at 06:56pm
User: ANNE from EAST PROVIDENCE, RI User Rating:
i love this soup!!!!!!!!
Delicious!
04/24/2006 at 04:05pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Really worth making. I used spinach instead of escarole.
First time cook makes a splash!
04/24/2006 at 01:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I'm not a very good cook but took a stab at this recipe for a sunday dinner this past week and WOW, it was so good and I got nothing but compliments. It looks great, taste great! Thanks Giada :)
I know Wedding Soup
04/20/2007 at 03:50pm
User: Jane from St Augustine, FL User Rating:
I grew up with Italian Wedding Soup - this is not authentic Italian Wedding Soup. The meatball recipe is good but meatballs should be teeny - nowhere near 1" - way too big. They should be about the size of regular marbles. There should be chicken in the soup, the escarole is right - lots cooked and chopped up and put in the soup. But the egg drop? Where did that come from? No self respecting Italian I know would call this Wedding Soup! It may tast good, I wouldn't argue with that but call it what it is, Egg drop meatball soup!
sharon from prescott
04/20/2005 at 08:41pm
User: SHARON from sedona, AZ User Rating:
This was a wonderful recipe. I used mustard greens and added some orzo pasta, and it was FANTASTIC!
Italian Wedding Soup
04/19/2008 at 09:13am
User: Lynn from Grapevine, TX User Rating:
This is one of the best versions of Italian Wedding Soup I have ever tasted. It is so popular with my friends and family, that they want me to make it all the time!
Very Delicious
04/19/2006 at 01:14pm
User: Martha from Grantham, NH User Rating:
The soup was very good. I could not find curly endive or escarole so substituted Kale [removing the inner vein]. I also added 2 carrots small diced for color and made it several days in advance prior to serving. Definite do again.
italian wedding soup
04/18/2007 at 02:03pm
User: nicolasa from topeka, KS User Rating:
very interesting kind of soup
The BEST!
04/17/2008 at 05:05pm
User: Anne from Rochester, MN User Rating:
My husband and I have this at least once a month, it's a fun way to cook with a friend or your special someone. Or have your kids make the meatballs, but this is super delicious, we use a bag of spinach 10oz. instead and it tastes wonderful! Great leftovers!
THE BOMB
04/17/2006 at 10:15pm
User: BONNIE from HOUSTON, TX User Rating:
i made this soup and i was accually scared to make it but it came out very good and me and my parents enjoyed every bit of it. this is the bomb!
Simple to make, simple taste
04/17/2006 at 07:15pm
User: Michele from Bham, WA User Rating:
This soup was extremely quick and simple to make. The meatballs were very good, but I did think the soup part needed something additional like noodles and some more vegetables. It was lacking in the flavor dept.
A Souper Supper
04/16/2006 at 12:40am
User: Curt from Omaha, NE User Rating:
I paired this with Paula Deen's Chicken Divan. Some blue cheese garlic bread rounded out the menu. Because the meatballs are labor intensive, this recipe takes longer than some soup recipes, but it's well worth the time invested. The store I visited today didn't have the vegetables recommended, so I used fresh spinach and a little leaf lettuce. It was excellent. The little meatballs make the soup.
wonderful will try this again
04/15/2006 at 04:25pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
very easy to make and what a wonderful mix.
soup
04/14/2006 at 02:54pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
great
Delicious and easy
04/13/2007 at 01:59pm
User: Sherie from Howell, MI User Rating:
Simple and Good
04/13/2005 at 01:44pm
User: PAM from Chatsworth, CA User Rating:
This is a very simple recipe, but very good! The kale with the meatballs is a wonderful combination.
No Cause for Celebration
04/12/2007 at 07:56pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I usually like Giada's recipes and I appreciate her looking out for my waistline, but this was very disappointing. The "soup" part was almost flavorless. The meatballs were fine, but not great. I can't help but wonder if it would taste better if you browned the meatballs first. I notice other recipes for this dish include this step. I find the 5 star rating for this recipe puzzling.
Good quick soup
04/12/2007 at 08:22am
User: Mike from Brownstown, MI User Rating:
used store bought broth. I added crushed garlic to the broth
Super soup
04/11/2007 at 05:42pm
User: renate from owls head, ME User Rating:
Meatballs were a dream-yummie
Rich flavorful delicious!
04/10/2005 at 09:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe is quick and at the same time so elegant and delicious your guests will feel so pampered. I used spinach as the green the first time I made the soup, which was an interesting variation. I just can't get over how simple this was to put together :-)
Made this today for a sick friend...
04/09/2008 at 08:42pm
User: Chiffonade from Anytown, FL User Rating:
She told me that her mom used to make her IWS when she was sick and that "she added orzo." So I did the same. Friend was so grateful and BF loved the soup as well. I highly recommend it. The meatballs were the most time consuming part of the prep but the soup is entirely worth it. And PS - I'm Italian.
Italian Wedding Soup
04/09/2005 at 07:17pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a keeper -- my family loved it -- including my 3 year old granddaughter!! I added a little more spices and it was still great.
Okay
04/09/2005 at 05:51pm
User: KERI from Middleburg, FL User Rating:
This soup tasted pretty good but was a little strange looking with the eggs added. My husband absolutely loves it so I guess I'll make it again for him. Just a little plain for my taste.
great soup!
04/08/2006 at 07:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i added a box of eggless pastina and my 20 month old daughter loved it...super fast and easy to make especially with a toddler at your feet...
So So
04/08/2006 at 02:07am
User: Julia from Rancho Palos Verdes, CA User Rating:
I thought the soup was okay. It did seem like it was missing something though. I used low sodium stock along with regular chicken stock. I think I made the mistake and used a cheese that wasn't pure parmesan. So I believe that's why my meatballs were tasteless. I also used spinach, which was good. I probably would not make this again.
excellent recipe
04/07/2005 at 07:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this soup came out pretty good. i used regular chicken broth & i also added some pasta. very filling...served with some nice italian bread & butter. everyone had seconds! i would definitely make this again!
Excellent Wedding Soup!
04/07/2005 at 03:27pm
User: KIMBERLY from Bear, DE User Rating:
This was by far, the best recipe I have made for Italian Wedding soup! So fresh and you can taste it's homemade! I still prefer the escarole however, instead of the endive/chicory. (The first time I made it, I used both and just prefer the escarole in this soup.) Excellent recipe for the meatballs...and the egg with parmesan whipped into the broth - yum!
Needs herbs
04/05/2005 at 10:07pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I loved this soup as did my husband. After reading the reviews, I decided to put some herbs in the soup to give it some flavor. One teaspoon thyme and one teaspoon basil did the trick. Next time I will also use the basil in the meatballs. Delicious!
Wonderful, comforting soup
04/04/2006 at 06:39pm
User: Brenna from Los Gatos, CA User Rating:
This soup was great, especially on a cold night! I did make a few changes, using escarole instead of endive and substituting ground turkey and hot italian turkey sausage for the beef and pork. The flavors worked very nicely and the broth was not bland at all. I also added 1 cup of small pasta and omitted the egg. I will definitely be making this again!
Endive makes all the difference!
03/31/2006 at 06:18pm
User: Crystal from Las Vegas, NV User Rating:
Endive works much better than the that is often used in Italian Wedding Soup. It maintained it's beautiful color and taste, instead getting generally icky like Spinach does in soups. I was surprised that Giada didn't use pasta, however. Since we like that part of the soup at my house, we added "frog eye" pasta to the bottom of the bowl before spooning in our soup and that came out rather nice.
practice makes perfect
03/26/2007 at 01:49pm
User: kelly from orlando, FL User Rating:
When you have wedding soup at someones house and ask for the recipe they always say its a secret. So I was very happy to finaly get my hands on it. The frist time I made it it was ok and the 2nd it was better each time it turns out better. So practice makes perfect
Very tasty
03/26/2006 at 02:22pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This soup is so good! I use spinach and I omit the hamburger and just use more pork. I double it because it almost tastes better the next day!
The best!
03/25/2008 at 01:01pm
User: SHARON from Mentor, OH User Rating:
This is an excellent recipe to serve to guests and familiy. It's so easy (especially with store-bought meatballs)to make and tastes fabulous. Very homey, very cozy soup...I love it!
Delicious
03/24/2006 at 03:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love this recipe. Though it has a few steps, the taste is worth it. My family especially loves this on those cold Hawaiian nights.
Yummy
03/23/2006 at 07:08pm
User: Melissa from Carmichael, CA User Rating:
A great soup. Loved every bbit of it.
Easy and filling
03/22/2007 at 01:00pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:</