INGREDIENTS
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adapted from Ina Garten at FoodNetwork.com, makes 8 servings
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Meatballs:
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1/2 lb. ground chicken
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1/2 lb. chicken or pork sausage, casings removed
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1 cup bread crumbs or dried stuffing mix, moistened with 1/2 cup broth or milk
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1/2 cup old fashioned oats
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2 cloves minced garlic
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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2 teaspoons each, chopped thyme and oregano
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1/4 cup grated Romano & 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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1 large egg, lightly beaten
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sea salt and ground pepper to taste
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Soup:
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 cup minced onion
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1 cup diced celery with leaves
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2 cans chicken broth and enough water to make 10 cups
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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1 cup small pasta
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1/4 cup minced fresh dill
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12 ounces baby spinach or kale, washed, ribs removed from kale and torn into bite-sized pieces