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Italian Penicillin Soup

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A warm and comforting Italian Penicillin Soup that combines vegetables, pasta, and rich flavors, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup pasta (like ditalini or orzo)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or kale
  • Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until they turn translucent.
  3. Stir in the diced carrots and celery, cooking for about 5 minutes until they soften.
  4. Mix in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until tender.
  6. In the last few minutes of cooking, stir in the spinach or kale until wilted.
  7. Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

This soup is delicious on its own or paired with crusty garlic bread.

Find it online: https://www.zaynkitchen.com/italian-penicillin-soup/