Comforting Italian Penicillin Soup: A Healthy Bowl of Joy
Experience the warmth of Italian Penicillin Soup, a nourishing remedy filled with comforting flavors.
Equipment
- heavy-bottomed pot
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is a great alternative.
- 1 medium Onion Finely diced.
- 2 medium Carrots Diced.
- 2 stalks Celery Diced.
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 6 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian.
- 1 pound Chicken Breast Can substitute with thighs or beans.
Herbs & Spices
- 2 leaves Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Use 1/3 less if fresh.
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Use 1/3 less if fresh.
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional.
For the Heartiness
- 2 cups Pasta Can substitute with rice or omit for gluten-free.
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1/4 cup Parsley Chopped.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with nutritional yeast for dairy-free.
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, carrots, and celery; cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add chicken breast, bay leaves, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred, and return to pot.
- Add pasta and cook until al dente, then stir in lemon juice and parsley.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality broth and feel free to add extra vegetables.