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5 Quick Soups to Make When You’re Sick and Exhausted

5 Quick Soups to Make When You’re Sick and Exhausted Now!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A collection of five quick and easy soup recipes perfect for when you’re feeling under the weather and need a comforting meal.


Ingredients

  • Chicken broth – 4 cups
  • Vegetable broth – 4 cups
  • Carrots – 2, diced
  • Celery – 2 stalks, diced
  • Onion – 1, chopped
  • Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
  • Egg noodles – 2 cups
  • Spinach – 2 cups, fresh
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste
  • Herbs (thyme, parsley) – to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the chicken or vegetable broth over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced carrots, celery, and onion. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions.
  5. Once the noodles are cooked, stir in the fresh spinach and herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting soup!

Notes

  • Feel free to add any leftover vegetables or proteins you have on hand.
  • For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth and omit any meat.
  • These soups can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: quick soups, easy soup recipes, comfort food, sick day meals