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Stracciatella Soup

Hearty Stracciatella Soup for Cozy Nights at Home

Enjoy the warmth and comfort of Stracciatella Soup, a delightful Italian egg drop soup perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 4 cups chicken stock or bone broth homemade is best for optimal taste
For the Egg Mixture
  • 3 large eggs whisked into the broth
  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese freshly grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated, optional
For the Finish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
  • 1 lemon lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Stracciatella Soup
  1. Heat the chicken stock or bone broth in a medium pot over medium heat until it simmers gently.
  2. Whisk the eggs in a mixing bowl until smooth, then mix in the Parmigiano Reggiano and nutmeg until combined.
  3. Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer to prevent boiling.
  4. Gradually pour the egg mixture into the pot while stirring the broth in a circular motion.
  5. Continue stirring gently until the eggs form soft strands and small curds, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in the chopped parsley, and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Ladle into bowls, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover soup in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.

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