Healthier Italian Wedding Soup

An attempt to reduce fat and sodium content in a family favorite.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• Meatball

• 1⁄2 lb  90% lean ground beef (90/10)
• 1  egg, slightly beaten
• 2  tablespoons  seasoned  breadcrumbs
• 1  tablespoon parmesan cheese
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
• 1⁄2 small onion, finely chopped

• Broth

• 6  cups low sodium chicken broth
• 3  cups  chopped spinach
• 1⁄2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
• 1⁄2 cup carrot, diced medium
•  parmesan cheese, grated, garnish

Directions

1. In medium bowl combine, meat, egg, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, dried basil & onion powder. Shape into 1/2" balls, set aside.
2. In large soup pot, heat broth to boiling; stir in carrots, orzo and meatballs.
3. Return to a gentle boil, cooking for 10 minutes until orzo is tender; stirring frequently.
4. Add spinach.
5. Serve with grated Parmesan sprinkled over top.