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I’m looking for a traditional soup recipe for my friend who’s sick, does anyone have any tips? He’s not feeling too well and I want to drop off something homemade.
 
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Avgolemono is fantastic. It’s a Greek style chicken soup that’s hearty and lemony, perfect for when someone’s feeling under the weather.

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Avgolemono is great, but I am more of a Fasolada person:

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I don't think you can beat avgolemono!
 
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blopez34 said:
I’m looking for a traditional soup recipe for my friend who’s sick, does anyone have any tips? He’s not feeling too well and I want to drop off something homemade.
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Avgolemono alllll the way!
 
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I love avgolemono too, and I would also suggest something heartier like fava or a soup with beans. That’s one thing I love about Greek cooking, the use of beans! It’s so healthy, and super affordable.
 
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Yes, it's amazing how many different varieties of bean soups there are. Lentil soup is always a great soup for the lenten season too.
 
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For a sensitive stomach during an illness, chicken broth with rice and fresh lemon juice squeezed in. Your friend will appreciate Greek mountain tea or chamomile tea as well, both with honey and lemon.
 
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