Italian Wedding Soup

Ingredients:

• 3 stalks of Celery
• 3 Carrots
• 1 Medium-Sized White Onion
• 2 Cloves of Garlic
• 1 Bag of Spinach
• 2 Quarts Vegetable Stock
• 1 Quart Beef Stock
• Orzo
• Meatballs (I use frozen but you can make your own if you'd like. I'd recommend 1 part lamb or beef to 2 parts pork if you choose to make your own.)
• Salt / Pepper to taste
• Parmesan Cheese (Optional)

Steps:

1. Put 2tbsp of olive oil in a large frying pan. Once the oil is rippling, add your carrots, onions, and celery. When the onions are translucent, add the garlic. DO NOT BURN THE GARLIC. Do not.
2. When the garlic is fragrant, add your vegetable and beef stock.
3. Add orzo and meatballs.
4. Simmer on medium/low heat for 15 minutes or until the orzo is cooked and the meatballs are warm all the way through.
5. Add spinach. When wilted, ladle into bowls and serve immediately. If desired, sprinkle a bit of Parmesan cheese on top as well.

bon appetit