Creamy Sedani Soup with Italian Flair

Ingredients

• 2 cups (470ml) vegetable broth 2 cups (470ml) vegetable broth
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 1 cup (240ml) milk 1 cup (240ml) milk
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, diced 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup (150g) sedani pasta 1 cup (150g) sedani pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 22g, 12g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 26g, 6g
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and fragrant.
2. 2.
   Add the sedani pasta to the pot and stir well to coat it with the vegetable mixture.
3. 3.
   Pour in the vegetable broth, heavy cream, and milk. Stir to combine.
4. 4.
   Add the dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir again to distribute the flavors evenly.
5. 5.
   Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the sedani pasta is cooked al dente.
6. 6.
   Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. 7.
   Serve the sedani soup hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Sedani pasta — Be careful not to overcook the sedani pasta as it can become mushy. Cook it until it is al dente, which means it should still have a slight bite to it.

Tips & Tricks

• For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or spinach for extra nutrition and flavor.
• If you prefer a thicker soup, you can blend a portion of the soup before serving.
• Serve the sedani soup with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Serving advice

Serve the sedani soup hot in individual bowls. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top for an extra burst of flavor. Accompany it with a slice of crusty bread or a side salad for a satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Garnish each bowl of sedani soup with a sprig of fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil for an elegant touch. Serve it in colorful ceramic bowls to enhance the visual appeal of the dish.