"A lot of people cry when they chop onions, the trick is not to form an emotional bond." Jimmy Carr

Italian Wedding Soup traces its origins to Italy, where it was called "Minestra Maritata," meaning "married soup." The name refers to the blending of ingredients like meat and leafy greens, a tradition dating back to ancient Roman times when similar soups were made with whatever was on hand.

Feel free to adjust the ingredients and seasonings to your taste. Some variations include adding pickles, capers, or using a different type of mustard.

There can be as many recipes for pilaf as there are people who cook it... This is our family's pilaf recipe...

Everything tastes better when it's wrapped in a warm, fluffy hug!