Name: Chicken Soup with Stars and Meatballs
Yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup finely grated fresh Parmesan; 3/4 pound ground turkey or lean ground beef; 1/2 small onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs; 1/2 cup cooked, squeezed dry, and chopped spinach; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; Coarse salt; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 8 ounces star-shape pasta (or any small pasta, such as orzo); 4 cups chicken stock or broth

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Chicken Soup with Stars and Meatballs

Tip:

Use a light hand when forming the meatballs, since the mixture is fairly moist. If the meatballs are browning too quickly, lower the heat. You can also add these meatballs to tomato sauce and eat with pasta.

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