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Join returning Culinary Nutrition Instructor Sonia Verrilli-Jabon for a cozy, wellness soup demo series featuring her ultimate healthy twist on "pastina" soup—often called “Italian Penicillin.” Discover a nourishing, comforting chicken-soup remedy that delivers a warm, healing hug in every bowl. Get a front-row seat as Sonia demonstrates how to build a rich, veggie-forward pastina e brodo and make a classic staple enjoyed across Italian family homes. Inspired by mamma e nonna, this from scratch favorite, is elevated (just a touch) with nutrient rich boosters through her culinary nutrition know-how. She will be using her Instant Pot (pressure cooker) but will also provide stove-top instructions. Samples will be provided. 

Sonia is a Certified Culinary Nutritionist, Fitness Coach, wellness cooking instructor, and founder of Beets & Biscotti Wellness. Through Beets & Biscotti, she inspires others to enjoy flavorful, nutrient-dense foods that nourish and support the body—without sacrificing taste. Her approach often includes a pinch of dark chocolate and a smidgen of fun. Rooted in her Italian heritage, Sonia’s culinary philosophy celebrates the tradition of gathering around wholesome, seasonal ingredients and sharing nourishing meals with family and community. She blends these time-honored food values with her culinary nutrition training to create recipes that are both comforting and supportive of whole-body wellness. Sonia brings heart, heritage, and practical nutrition wisdom to every class.

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Allergy & Dietary Disclaimer:

Note that this is prepared in a kitchen that may handle wheat, dairy, soy, tree nuts, and peanuts—those with severe allergies should exercise caution. Questions? Contact Victoria at The Westfield Memorial Library.

Ingredients Featured:

Enjoy this protein-rich recipe featuring nourishing, plant-forward, gluten- and dairy-free ingredients. Chicken broth (with notes on how to make it solely vegetable based too), variety of vegetables, leafy greens, eggs (optional), gluten-free pastina, lemon, olive oil, and healing herbs.