Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 lb. ground chuck or sirloin
  • 1/2 c. Panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 c. fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 T. Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
  • 1 t. dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 t. salt
  • 1 T. olive oil
  • 4 c. chicken broth
  • 1 can (10 oz. beef consomme)
  • 4 c. baby kale
  • 1 c. alphabet shaped pasta

Instruction

  • In a bowl, mix together the beef and next 8 ingredients (Panko bread crumbs through salt). Shape into small meatballs. I made about 24.
  • In a large soup pot over medium add the olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add the meatballs and begin to brown on one side, about 5 minutes. Add the beef consomme and simmer for 5 minutes more.
  • Add baby kale and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the alphabet shaped pasta and allow to simmer until the pasta is just cooked, 7 - 10 minutes.
  • Serve the soup topped with additional shredded parmesan cheese if desired.