Italian Penicillin Soup: A Hearty Healing Bowl for Everyone
A comforting soup that is both hearty and full of healing properties, perfect for anyone feeling under the weather.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup small pasta, such as orzo or ditalini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the carrots and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Add the dried oregano and mix well.
- Pour in the broth and diced tomatoes, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Stir in the spinach and allow it to wilt before serving.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- This soup can be enhanced with the addition of cooked chicken for extra protein.
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of cream or coconut milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: Italian Penicillin Soup, healing soup, hearty soup