Is wedding soup a Pennsylvania thing?
No, wedding soup is a traditional Italian soup usually composed of meatballs, green vegetables, and small pasta. It is popular throughout the world, particularly in Italy, but it does not have a specific connection to Pennsylvania.
What are the meatballs in Italian wedding soup made of?
Italian wedding soup meatballs are typically made with ground beef, eggs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, Italian seasoning, and bread crumbs.
What's the name of the wedding soup?
The traditional name for wedding soup is "minestra maritata," which translates to "married soup."
Why do they call it wedding soup?
Wedding soup is an Italian-American soup traditionally served at weddings, although it's not clear why it has this name. One theory is that its name is derived from the Italian phrase "minestra maritata," which means "married soup" and refers to the marriage of flavors between greens (usually escarole) and the tiny meatballs. Another theory is that its name is a reference to the custom of inviting guests to the wedding ceremony with a scoop of soup.
