Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1                    egg
   1      pound         ground beef, extra lean
     1/2  cup           fresh bread crumbs
     1/4  cup           parmesan cheese -- grated
   2      tablespoons   parsley -- chopped
   1      teaspoon      garlic -- minced
                        salt and pepper
   2      quarts        beef broth
                        or combination chicken and beef
     1/3  cup           orzo
   2      heads         escarole

Preparation:

Beat egg and combine with ground beef, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup of Parmesan = cheese, parsley, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Form into 3/4-i= nch balls. Heat broth to boiling point and drop in the meatballs and the = orzo. Cover pan and simmer for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, wash escarole well and slice or chop into large pieces. Uncove= r the pan, add the escarole, and cook for 10 minutes or until wilted and = tender. Serve with the remaining grate cheese. Note: - Add diced celery and carrots. - Substitute potatoes or cooked dried beans for the orzo.