Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cups diced onions (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
  • 1/2 cup chopped garlic
  • 1 cup celery, slices (bias-cut about 1/4 inch thick)
  • 2 cups carrots, slices (half-moon-cut 1/2 inch thick)
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 gallon chicken broth
  • 2 lbs cooked chicken breasts, pulled into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup shredded asiago cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 lb small shell pasta, cooked
  • fresh spinach leaves, cut into small pieces (to taste)
  • additional asiago cheese (to garnish, to taste)

Method

  • In large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil.
  • Add onions and garlic and saute until light brown. Lower heat and add celery, carrots, salt and pepper.
  • Saute until vegetables are tender. Add rosemary and cook briefly.
  • Add broth and cooked chicken. Stir in Asiago and Parmesan cheeses. Simmer 10 minutes.
  • Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately or cool in refrigerator.
  • To serve: Portion pasta, spinach and cheese for garnish into bottom of individual serving dishes. Top with hot soup.