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Italian Penicillin Soup

A comforting and versatile Italian soup packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon juice (optional)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until the onion turns translucent.
  3. Add the diced carrots and celery, cooking for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
  4. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil; then reduce the heat.
  5. Stir in the chopped spinach and dried oregano.
  6. Season with salt and pepper, then let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  7. If desired, add a splash of lemon juice before serving and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

This soup is great for using up vegetables you have on hand. For extra heartiness, consider adding cooked pasta, quinoa, or rice before serving.