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Italian Penicillin Soup

Nourishing Italian Penicillin Soup for Cozy Comfort Evenings

This Hearty Italian Penicillin Soup, filled with nourishing ingredients, is the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil high-quality extra virgin
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
For the Protein
  • 2 skinless chicken breasts
For Flavoring
  • 2 bay leaves optional
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
For Heartiness
  • 1 cup pasta gluten-free optional
For Brightness
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Italian Penicillin Soup
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, add chicken breasts, bay leaves, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 25-30 minutes until chicken is tender.
  5. Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot, stirring to incorporate.
  6. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup can be easily customized with different vegetables or protein options. It's a great way to warm up on chilly evenings.

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