"We love a light, cucumber-avocado soup as much as the next gal, but sometimes we crave a hearty soup that’s packed with meat and cheese. And that’s why we love this cheater’s Italian wedding soup. In every single bite you’ll......"
INGREDIENTS
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Meatballs
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1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup bread crumbs
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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Soup
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 sweet onion, diced
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3 carrots, peeled and diced
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4 stalks celery, diced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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6 cups chicken broth
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1 bay leaf
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1 cup short pasta, such as ditalini
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One 14-ounce can white beans
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1 bunch kale, deveined and sliced
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Pesto, for serving