Look, your grandma didn’t survive 73 winters by accident. Her soup recipe is basically a witch’s brew for germs. Science agrees—it’s packed with anti-inflammatory power, hydration, and enough nostalgia to make you forget Bob exists. Here’s the loose recipe (because Grandma measures with her heart, not a spoon):
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (or store-bought rotisserie if you’re “busy”)
- Garlic cloves (yes, the entire bulb)
- Ginger (peeled, unless you like chaos)
- Turmeric (for that “I definitely tried” golden hue)
- Veggies (carrots, celery, onion—whatever’s lurking in your fridge)
- A splash of apple cider vinegar (to scare the germs)
- Salt, pepper, and one aggressively judgmental look from Grandma
Steps:
- Throw everything in a pot. Add water until Grandma nods approvingly.
- Simmer for 2 hours or until your house smells like a wellness influencer’s Instagram.
- Fish out the chicken, shred it, and pretend you’ve “mastered culinary arts.”
- Serve in a mug because bowls are for amateurs.
Pro Tip: Double the recipe and freeze it. Label it “EMERGENCY GERM DEFENSE” for maximum drama.
