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Italian Penicillin Soup

A comforting bowl of Italian Penicillin Soup
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This comforting Italian Penicillin Soup is packed with vegetables, chicken, and pasta, making it the perfect remedy for a cold or flu. It’s a flavorful and nourishing twist on classic chicken noodle soup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup small pasta (ditalini or orzo)
  • 1 cup chopped kale or spinach
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add cooked chicken and pasta. Cook until pasta is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Stir in kale or spinach and parsley. Cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

For an extra boost of flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.

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