1/2 lb lean ground beef or ground chicken
1 egg, slightly beaten
2 T breadcrumbs
1 T Parmesan cheese
1/2 t dried basil
1/2 t onion powder
1/2 t garlic powder
5 3/4 cups 98% fat free chicken broth
2 cups chopped spinach or escarole
1/2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
1/3 cup finely chopped carrots
grated Parmesan cheese
In a medium mixing bowl combine, meat, egg, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, onion powder, and garlic powder; shape into 3/4" balls. In large frying pan, brown meatballs. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels. In large sauce pan, heat broth to boiling; stir in spinach, orzo, carrots and meatballs. Return to boil; reduce heat to medium. Cook at slow boil for 10 minutes or until orzo is tender. Stir frequently to avoid sticking. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.
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