Garlic is your friend

I've had a rotten cold for the past week. A miserable upper-respiratory thing that makes me want to throw myself in front of a bus. Well, everyone has their favorite comfort foods for when they're sick. In honor (?) of my cold, here's a recipe I love for an herb and garlic broth that is a tried-and-true way to feel better. It's adapted from the cookbook Vegetable Soups from Deborah Madison's Kitchen. I usually make a full batch (or even a double batch) and then freeze it in 2-cup containers- it keeps well in the freezer and can be quickly defrosted when you need it. It's a nice way to use some herbs from your garden, too. It's not just for when you're feeling sick, either! It's great with a little bit of pasta or ravioli floating in it, as part of a light meal.

Herb-and-Garlic Broth