Italian Chicken Meatball and Bean Soup
In North Dakota, it's pretty common for winter temps to fall below zero. Hearty soups like this are a must. —Noelle Myers, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Ingredients
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup savory herb or chicken stuffing mix, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound ground chicken
- SOUP:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 celery ribs, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
- 5 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 6 cups)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
