Italian Chicken Soup Recipe - Stracciatella

This recipe is often called Italian Egg Drop soup. It is similar to egg drop soup that you find in Chinese restaurants, but the nutmeg and cheese give it a unique Italian flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 2 Tbs Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 2 tsp Italian parsley, finely chopped
• 1/8 tsp nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1 quart chikcen stock
• 1/2 cup cooked chicken, shredded (optional)

Directions

1. In a small bowl beat lightly beat the eggs.
2. Mix in the parsley, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a 2-3 quart pot bring the chicken stock to a low boil.
4. Pour in the egg mixture while stirring with a whisk.
5. Add the shredded chicken and stir.
6. Lower the heat and allow the soup to simmer for 2 - 3 minutes, while stirring.
7. The egg will form ribbons in the soup.
8. Serve at once.

Note: This makes a nice soup course, or a meal for a cold day. If serving as a meal, serve the soup with a Caesar Salad and Simple Garlic Bread.
You may use left over chicken or turkey for the soup.

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