Stracciatella Soup
Ingredients
- 6 cchicken stock
preferably homemade
- 4 largeeggs
- 1 tspfinely zested lemon peel
optional
- 1 pinchfreshly grated nutmeg
optional
- 4 ozfinely grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
- 5handfuls baby spinach
chopped
Directions
- 1
Simmer the broth: In a 2-quart pot or saucepan over medium heat, bring the broth to a simmer.
- 2
Whisk the eggs: Whisk together the eggs and 3/4 cup of the Parmigiano cheese until well combined, save the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese to sprinkle on top of the soup just before serving. If using nutmeg, grate in a small amount—about a pinch worth—and whisk to combine. Set aside
- 3
Add the spinach and lemon zest to the broth: Stir the chopped spinach into the simmering chicken broth and cook until the spinach is heated through and the broth is simmering once more, about 5 minutes. Don’t be alarmed at the amount of spinach. It will wilt down to only about 1 cup in the soup. Stir in the lemon zest, if using.
- 4
Add the eggs: Slowly pour the egg mixture into the soup. Gently stir once or twice with a wooden spoon or a fork. Simmer, uncovered, for a couple of minutes without stirring, until the eggs are fluffy and set. They will float on top of the broth in a soft mass. Gently break up the eggs into soft clumps.
- 5
Serve: Ladle the soup into warmed bowls and sprinkle the remaining Parmigiano-Reggiano on top. Serve hot.
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About this Recipe
Craving a warm, comforting bowl of soup that feels both incredibly nourishing and surprisingly simple to make? Stracciatella Soup, one of Italy’s most traditional and soul-satisfying recipes, is your perfect answer for a cozy meal.
This classic Italian chicken soup masterfully transforms basic kitchen staples like rich chicken stock and eggs into a silky, flavorful experience. The beauty of this recipe lies in how it creates delicate, tender egg ribbons that give the soup its signature texture, making it both hearty and light, a true bowl of comfort.
When you sit down to a bowl of Stracciatella Soup, you can expect a truly comforting experience. The savory, aromatic chicken stock provides a deep foundation of flavor, while the fine strands of cooked egg add a luscious, velvety mouthfeel. Finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano melts into the warmth, lending its signature salty, umami notes, perfectly complemented by vibrant baby spinach that gently wilts into the broth. This entree soup is a delightful balance of richness and freshness, offering warmth without feeling heavy.
While this Italian recipe is delightful as written, you can easily tailor it to your preferences. Don't skip the finely zested lemon peel if you enjoy a bright, aromatic lift, or add a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg for an intriguing warmth. For a touch more texture, you could experiment with adding other quick-cooking leafy greens.
This nourishing Stracciatella Soup is ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner or a light, yet satisfying lunch. Serve it simply in a warm bowl, perhaps with a side of crusty bread for dipping, to complete your authentic Italian experience.