Soup with white and green dumplings

White and green dumpling soup – a comforting recipe, perfect for chilly days or moments when you need culinary solace. This soup is not only tasty but also packed with nutrients, providing you with a complete meal. Let's discover together how to prepare this delicacy, step by step.

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour
Total time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Number of servings: 4

Ingredients:
- 1 kg of chicken (or hen)
- 2 large carrots
- 1 parsley root
- 1 small celery
- 1 onion
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
- 1 bunch of fresh parsley
- 2 eggs
- 200 g of flour
- 100 g of fresh spinach (or frozen)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil (optional, for serving)

Preparation:
1. Start by preparing the soup. Place the chicken in a large pot and add cold water, enough to cover the meat. Set the pot over medium heat and bring to a boil. As the water begins to boil, skim the soup with a ladle to remove impurities. This step is essential for achieving a clear and clean soup.

2. After skimming the foam, add the whole onion (which you can poke slightly to release flavors), sliced carrots, parsley root, and celery. Let everything simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes, until the meat is tender and the vegetables start to soften.

3. Meanwhile, prepare the dumplings. In a bowl, beat the two eggs, add the spinach (either finely chopped or blended) and mix well. Then, gradually incorporate the flour, stirring until you achieve a homogeneous dough. It should be slightly sticky but not overly soft. If it feels too wet, you can add a little more flour. Add salt and pepper to taste.

4. Once the soup has cooked sufficiently, remove the chicken onto a plate and let it cool slightly. You can also remove the whole onion if desired. Once the meat has cooled, cut it into small pieces and add it back into the soup.

5. Now it's time to form the dumplings. Using a spoon, take portions of the dumpling dough and form small balls. Add them to the soup, one by one, and let them boil for about 10-15 minutes, or until they rise to the surface – a sign that they are cooked.

6. Finally, add chopped fresh parsley to the soup for extra flavor. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper, as preferred.

Serving:
Serve the soup hot, adding, if desired, a spoonful of olive oil on top for extra flavor. This white and green dumpling soup is perfect to be enjoyed alongside a slice of fresh bread or crunchy croutons.

Variations:
To add a twist to this traditional recipe, you can experiment with different herbs, such as dill or lovage, which can provide a distinct taste. You can also replace spinach with other green vegetables, such as nettles or even broccoli, for a healthier version.

This dumpling soup is not only a comforting dish but also an excellent way to impress your family or friends with your culinary skills. Enjoy the authentic taste of homemade meals and the warmth it brings to every bowl!

 Ingredients: country chicken (breast and thighs), carrot, parsnip root, parsley root, onion, potatoes, eggs, spinach, semolina, flour, and herbs for flavor (parsley, lovage, and dill)