Comforting Italian Soup Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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4 tablespoons butter, divided
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1/2 cup diced celery
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1/2 cup diced carrots
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1/2 cup diced onion
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1 clove garlic, minced
→ Soup Base
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1 cup pastina or orzo pasta
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4 cups chicken bone broth
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1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Finishing Touches
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 large egg, well whisked
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
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Fresh lemon juice, to taste
# Instructions:
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In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables become tender and aromatic.
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Stir in the minced garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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Pour in the chicken bone broth and season with turmeric, kosher salt, and freshly ground pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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Add the pastina or orzo to the simmering broth and cook until al dente, following package instructions.
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Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
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Let the soup cool slightly, then slowly drizzle in the whisked egg while stirring constantly to create delicate strands.
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Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
# Notes:
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This comforting Italian soup is a perfect remedy for cold days, combining the warmth of traditional chicken soup with Italian flavors.
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The name 'Italian Penicillin' playfully refers to its nurturing, healing qualities, similar to traditional chicken soup.