easy soup recipes: Comforting Italian Penicillin Soup with Turkey Bacon
The ultimate comfort remedy for cold days, this Italian Penicillin Soup combines rich flavors of turkey bacon and fresh vegetables.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: low-carb
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add diced onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
- Add the chicken broth, carrots, and celery, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and stir in tomatoes, oregano, and basil.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add spinach and crumble the cooked bacon back into the soup. Stir and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- This soup freezes well, making it perfect for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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