Description
Italian Penicillin Soup is a heartwarming dish that captures the essence of comfort food. This delightful soup combines wholesome vegetables and tiny pastina pasta, creating a nourishing meal perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re feeling under the weather. The rich flavors of sautéed garlic, onions, and carrots blend beautifully with a savory broth, making each spoonful a soothing experience. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve it warm with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for an extra touch of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 yellow onion, quartered
- 5 cloves garlic, peeled
- 3 ribs celery, halved
- 1 tsp salt
- Black pepper to taste
- Parmesan rind (optional)
- 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 ¼ cup pastina (or small pasta shape)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables (carrots, onion, garlic, and celery), season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until slightly browned.
- Pour in the broth and add the parmesan rind (if using). Bring to a gentle boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce to medium-low and simmer for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are soft.
- Remove the parmesan rind and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you don't have one, transfer the mixture to a regular blender in batches.
- Stir in the pastina and cook according to package directions (about 8-10 minutes). If planning leftovers, consider cooking pasta separately.
- Add the juice of one lemon and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 250g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 2mg