Soup for Colds, Part 3: The Recipes

Need other ideas? Pull out your favorite soup cookbook (including, um, mine: Soup Night) and turn to the index. Look up the cold-fighters (see Step 1) and explore the recipes that use them.

Chicken Noodle Like Mom Used to Make. Start with 4 cups of your special stock. Add 1 cup each sliced carrots, diced onion, and sliced mushrooms. (For richer flavor, first saute them in olive oil for about 5 minutes). Add a pinch of oregano. When the vegetables start to soften, add 1 cup uncooked noodles, your choice. Simmer until the noodles are ready. A tiny splash of lemon juice brightens the flavors, and you’re done.