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Italian Penicillin Soup

Nourishing Italian Penicillin Soup for Comfort and Healing

This Italian Penicillin Soup is a warm and nurturing dish perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a comforting lift.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian, Jewish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin recommended.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced.
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced.
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Soup
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium preferred.
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Boneless and skinless.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
For Texture
  • 1 cup Pasta Substitute with rice or quinoa for gluten-free options.
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Essential.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Italian Penicillin Soup
  1. In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in garlic and sauté for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and add chicken breasts, bay leaves, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Partially cover and simmer chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Chicken should reach 165°F.
  5. Remove chicken to shred with two forks and return to pot. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
  7. Remove bay leaves, stir in lemon juice and parsley, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup is versatile and can be adjusted to fit various dietary needs while maintaining its comforting essence.

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