{"id":328070,"date":"2025-03-18T18:29:03","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T11:29:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=328070"},"modified":"2026-03-26T21:05:19","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T14:05:19","slug":"feed-a-cold-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/feed-a-cold-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Simple Recipes to Soothe a Cold and Warm Your Heart"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you&#8217;re feeling under the weather, a comforting bowl of goodness can make all the difference. The right recipes can warm you up from the inside out and provide that much-needed relief. Here are three delightful dishes that will not only soothe your symptoms but also bring a smile to your face.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/feed-a-cold-recipes\/#Classic_Chicken_Soup\" >Classic Chicken Soup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/feed-a-cold-recipes\/#Ginger_Lemon_Honey_Tea\" >Ginger Lemon Honey Tea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/feed-a-cold-recipes\/#Homemade_Vegetable_Broth\" >Homemade Vegetable Broth<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Classic_Chicken_Soup\"><\/span>Classic Chicken Soup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/27944879\/pexels-photo-27944879.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Classic Chicken Soup\" title=\"Classic Chicken Soup\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Change C.C on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/a-person-is-holding-a-spoon-over-a-cup-of-coffee-27944879\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightGoldenRodYellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/homemade-chicken-soup-recipe-1741704743.jpg\" alt=\"Homemade Chicken Soup Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouseats.com\/classic-chicken-soup\" target=\"_blank\">Homemade Chicken Soup Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Serious Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5. Ingredients: Whole chicken, ribs, parsnip, turnip, chicken broth Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:NavajoWhite\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/homemade-chicken-soup-1741704743.jpg\" alt=\"Homemade Chicken Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/8814\/homemade-chicken-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Homemade Chicken Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6. Ingredients: Whole chicken, carrots, chicken bouillon, celery Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LemonChiffon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/classic-chicken-soup-1741704744.jpg\" alt=\"Classic Chicken Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/recipe\/251275\/classic-chicken-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Classic Chicken Soup<\/a><\/strong> from EatingWell<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6. Ingredients: Wheat egg noodles, chicken breasts, chicken broth, olive oil, garlic Total Time: 1 hr. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This timeless recipe boasts a savory blend of flavors, simmered to perfection. The aromatic broth filled with tender chicken and hearty vegetables creates a warm hug in a bowl.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 whole chicken or 4 chicken breasts<\/li>\n<li>8 cups of water<\/li>\n<li>2 carrots, chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 celery stalks, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, diced<\/li>\n<li>3 cloves of garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>Fresh parsley for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this chicken soup so special is its ability to comfort you when you&#8217;re feeling your worst. The broth is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that help boost your immune system. Plus, the aroma of simmering chicken and vegetables wafting through your kitchen is like a warm embrace that can lift your spirits.<\/p>\n<p>As you sip this soup, you\u2019ll find the gentle flavors wrapping around you, making every spoonful a reminder of home and care. It&#8217;s a dish that has been passed down through generations, often associated with love and healing, making it a go-to remedy for colds.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/marthas-made-from-scratch-chicken-soup-a-richly-flavored-1741704765.jpg\" alt=\"Martha&#039;s Made-From-Scratch Chicken Soup | A richly flavored ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/marthastewart\/videos\/marthas-made-from-scratch-chicken-soup\/1958596420959212\/\" target=\"_blank\">Martha&#039;s Made-From-Scratch Chicken Soup | A richly flavored &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/traditional-italian-chicken-soup-eg13-ep66-1741704766.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional Italian Chicken Soup | EG13 Ep66\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7VuQ5WSRTSU\" target=\"_blank\">Traditional Italian Chicken Soup | EG13 Ep66<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/really-great-chicken-soup-hit-the-kitch-with-molly-baz-1741704766.jpg\" alt=\"Really Great Chicken Soup | Hit The Kitch with Molly Baz\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4pFZA_8BN6g\" target=\"_blank\">Really Great Chicken Soup | Hit The Kitch with Molly Baz<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ginger_Lemon_Honey_Tea\"><\/span>Ginger Lemon Honey Tea<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/8704811\/pexels-photo-8704811.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Ginger Lemon Honey Tea\" title=\"Ginger Lemon Honey Tea\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Towfiqu barbhuiya on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/sliced-lemon-on-wooden-chopping-board-beside-honey-8704811\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Lime\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/warm-lemon-honey-and-ginger-soother-1741704750.jpg\" alt=\"Warm Lemon, Honey, and Ginger Soother\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/256236\/warm-lemon-honey-and-ginger-soother\/\" target=\"_blank\">Warm Lemon, Honey, and Ginger Soother<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. 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Ingredients: 20 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This invigorating tea combines the zing of ginger with the bright citrus flavor of lemon, sweetened with honey for a soothing finish. It\u2019s an easy, refreshing drink that warms you up while helping to ease your throat.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 inches of fresh ginger, sliced<\/li>\n<li>1 lemon, juiced<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons of honey<\/li>\n<li>4 cups of water<\/li>\n<li>Slices of lemon for garnish (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This tea is beloved for its simple yet powerful ingredients that work wonders on a cold. Ginger warms your body and helps combat inflammation, while lemon provides a hefty dose of vitamin C to support your immune system. Honey adds a touch of sweetness and soothes your sore throat, making it a perfect companion for chilly evenings.<\/p>\n<p>Brewing this tea is like crafting a potion of wellness in your kitchen. 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Ingredients: Nutritional yeast, coconut oil, tomato paste, carrots, olive oil Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Peru\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/basic-vegetable-broth-1741704758.jpg\" alt=\"Basic Vegetable Broth\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ohmyveggies.com\/how-to-make-vegetable-broth-with-kitchen-scraps\/\" target=\"_blank\">Basic Vegetable Broth<\/a><\/strong> from Oh My Veggies<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: Ribs, frozen vegetable scraps, carrots, olive oil, garlic Total Time: 55 mins. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Yellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/vegetable-stock-1741704758.jpg\" alt=\"Vegetable Stock\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loveandlemons.com\/how-to-make-vegetable-stock\/\" target=\"_blank\">Vegetable Stock<\/a><\/strong> from Love and Lemons<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: Carrots, black, garlic, celery, sea salt Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This nourishing vegetable broth is bursting with flavor and vitality. Packed with a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs, it\u2019s not only soothing but also incredibly versatile.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 onion, quartered<\/li>\n<li>2 carrots, chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 celery stalks, chopped<\/li>\n<li>4 cloves of garlic, smashed<\/li>\n<li>1 bay leaf<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon of salt<\/li>\n<li>8 cups of water<\/li>\n<li>Fresh herbs like thyme or parsley (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This broth stands out because of how customizable it is, allowing you to use whatever vegetables you have on hand. It\u2019s not just a base for soups; you can sip it on its own or use it in any recipe that calls for broth. The gentle simmering brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetables, creating a warm and hearty flavor that comforts the soul.<\/p>\n<p>Making your own vegetable broth is also a fantastic way to use kitchen scraps and reduce waste. Plus, it fills your home with a cozy aroma that makes you feel like you\u2019re wrapped in a warm blanket, perfect for those dreary, cold days when you need a little extra comfort.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Warm up your winter with three comforting recipes that not only ease cold symptoms but also bring a little joy to your taste buds.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":328137,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":11,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[7988,8171,530],"internal_tag":[24707],"class_list":["post-328070","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-soups","tag-chicken-soups","tag-classic-chicken-soup","tag-comfort-foods"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/328070","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=328070"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/328070\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":557840,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/328070\/revisions\/557840"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/328137"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=328070"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=328070"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=328070"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=328070"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}