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Chicken Soup

By Chef Maria Cummins

Course
appetizer
Cuisine
american
Servings
8 - 10 (small bowls)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 4 medium carrots thinly sliced
  • 1 stalk celery diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro or parsley
  • 8 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
  • 1 tbsp avocado or olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp Himalayan salt or more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, ground
  • 5 cups of store-bought egg noodles, farfalle, bite-size pasta, or 1 batch of homemade Fettuccine fresh pasta (see recipe below)

Instructions

  1. Place a large stockpot over medium-high heat and add in oil. Once the oil is hot, add in garlic, onion, carrots, and celery; cook for a few minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  2. Next add chicken broth, chicken breast, cilantro or parsley, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bring soup to a boil. You’ll want the chicken to be covered by the broth so make sure you stir them down to the bottom.
  4. Once it boils, reduce heat to medium-low and add the pasta (homemade or store-bought pasta) and simmer covered for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it with a slotted spoon and transfer it to a cutting board to shred with two forks. Add chicken back to the pot. If you find that you don't have enough broth, feel free to add another cup of broth or water. Taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary.
Pasta Dough

Serves 4

Ingredients
  • 3 egg
  • 2 cup double '00' flour
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions For Using a Food Processor
  1. Place the flour inside a food processor. While keeping the machine on, add the eggs one at a time, the salt, and the olive oil through the chute. Stop the food processor when it forms into a dough.
  2. REMOVE THE BLADE BEFORE SCRAPING THE DOUGH WITH YOUR HANDS. Using your hands knead out the dough into an 8-inch roll. Cover it with plastic wrap.
  3. Using the pasta machine make fettucine style pasta.

Chef Maria Cummins

Born in Venezuela, Maria Cummins discovered her deep-rooted passion for food from an early age. Her culinary journey led her to Lima, Peru, where she immersed herself in the rich secrets of Peruvian gastronomy during part of her childhood. In her early twenties, she embarked on a new chapter by coming to the United States and delving into the Hospitality Industry in Boston, Massachusetts.

Maria's culinary adventure continued as she relocated to San Diego, California, where she made her mark by opening the renowned El Tucan Restaurant. Her extensive travels and diverse experiences greatly influenced her innovative culinary style, shaping the unique approach she is celebrated for today.

During her time in San Diego, Chef Maria not only honed her culinary skills but also gained a profound understanding of the importance of nutrition, particularly through the use of organic and unprocessed ingredients.

Today, Maria Cummins is the proud owner, founder, and head chef of the Real Food Academy, a culinary haven nestled in the vibrant city of Miami. Here, both kids and adults come together every week to share the joy of connecting through the power of Real Food and Real Fun!

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    I recently booked a Budding Chef class for my son’s Five Nights at Freddy’s themed 5th birthday and it was a hit. Chef Mays was patient, friendly, and fun. She walked the kids through each step and made sure each kid had hands-on experience. It was also a great learning experience. Highly recommend it to any parent looking for something different for their little ones.
  • Lucie Spieler

    We made empanada, ceviche, French fries, and lomo saltado with Chec Toni. It was fun and delicious!
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    Amazing experience!! Definitely recommend.
  • Cristina Interian

    Such a great experience! Well organized. All students are engaged and participating. The perfect length field trip for little ones. Thank you to The Real Food Academy!
  • Rachel T.

    Amazing time with our group hosted by chef Toni and Ray
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    (Translated by Google) My son went to Spring Camp last week, and he was fascinated, this Saturday he returns, he loved the way they taught him as well as the activities they did, and he repeated his knowledge the next day. Today Saturday he went and he is super excited, Thank you!!! (Original) Mi hijo fue la semana pasada del Spring Camp,y el quedó fascinado,este sábado vuelve,le encantó la manera en que lo enseñaron así como las actividades que realizaron,y el repitió al día siguiente sus conocimientos.Hoy sábado fue y está súper entusiasmado,Gracias!!!
  • Geoff Kahler

    What a great way to bring people together.
  • Nathan Kim

    We had a great experience during our team offsite! The food was delicious and the cooking instructions were very clear. What a blast!
  • Isania Zapete

    This is an amazing academy! My daughther has been a student here for almost a year and we have not once been disappointed. All the staff are so kind and patient. I would definitely recommend coming!
  • Valerie Creighton

    We did a hands-on cooking evening with a group of foodies and serious home cooks that were traveling together. Wonderful experience! No expertise required, they took excellent care of us in the beautiful space and we prepared and ate a delicious meal. I just can’t praise them highly enough!
  • Maria Robinson

    Chef Paolo was amazing! The food was spectacular!
  • Chelsey Rebelo

    My daughter really enjoy cooking camp during spring break! She was so sad to leave.. I will definitely be bringing her back in the future. Thank you!
  • Roxana Casanueva

    I recently attended the pizza-making class at The Real Food Academy, and it was an amazing experience! The class was fun, interactive, and perfect for all skill levels. The instructors were knowledgeable and made the process easy to follow, from kneading the dough to choosing fresh ingredients for toppings. The best part was getting to customize my own pizza and then enjoying the delicious results! The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, making it a great activity for friends, couples, or even solo attendees. I also appreciated the focus on high-quality, wholesome ingredients. Overall, I highly recommend this class to anyone who loves pizza and wants to learn how to make it from scratch. A great way to spend an evening and pick up some new cooking skills!
  • Chris Cunningham

    PIZZA NIGHT WAS THE BEST!! Highly recommend
  • Sabrina Faroh

    We had so much fun at the pizza class thank you chef maria and chef paolo it was a great experience 10/10
  • Lauren Hunter

    Our friends took the pizza class as a triple date and had SO much fun. The instructors are so knowledgeable & friendly - they really walk you through the whole process & make it such a fun experience. We will definitely come back!!! Ps Our pizzas came out so so so yummy!
  • Christopher Vazquez

    Amazing pizza class! Definitely recommend!
  • Kyrylo Pierov

    Very nice experience! totally recommended.
  • Yana Melnyk

    Amazing place to spend time with friends and at last learn to cook 🧑‍🍳🥰
  • Olena Yolkina

    😍
  • Nicolette Jackson

    I recently booked a Budding Chef class for my son’s Five Nights at Freddy’s themed 5th birthday and it was a hit. Chef Mays was patient, friendly, and fun. She walked the kids through each step and made sure each kid had hands-on experience. It was also a great learning experience. Highly recommend it to any parent looking for something different for their little ones.
  • Lucie Spieler

    We made empanada, ceviche, French fries, and lomo saltado with Chec Toni. It was fun and delicious!
  • RJ de Varona

    Amazing experience!! Definitely recommend.
  • Cristina Interian

    Such a great experience! Well organized. All students are engaged and participating. The perfect length field trip for little ones. Thank you to The Real Food Academy!
  • Rachel T.

    Amazing time with our group hosted by chef Toni and Ray
  • Marisela De Leo

    (Translated by Google) My son went to Spring Camp last week, and he was fascinated, this Saturday he returns, he loved the way they taught him as well as the activities they did, and he repeated his knowledge the next day. Today Saturday he went and he is super excited, Thank you!!! (Original) Mi hijo fue la semana pasada del Spring Camp,y el quedó fascinado,este sábado vuelve,le encantó la manera en que lo enseñaron así como las actividades que realizaron,y el repitió al día siguiente sus conocimientos.Hoy sábado fue y está súper entusiasmado,Gracias!!!
  • Geoff Kahler

    What a great way to bring people together.
  • Nathan Kim

    We had a great experience during our team offsite! The food was delicious and the cooking instructions were very clear. What a blast!
  • Isania Zapete

    This is an amazing academy! My daughther has been a student here for almost a year and we have not once been disappointed. All the staff are so kind and patient. I would definitely recommend coming!
  • Valerie Creighton

    We did a hands-on cooking evening with a group of foodies and serious home cooks that were traveling together. Wonderful experience! No expertise required, they took excellent care of us in the beautiful space and we prepared and ate a delicious meal. I just can’t praise them highly enough!
  • Maria Robinson

    Chef Paolo was amazing! The food was spectacular!
  • Chelsey Rebelo

    My daughter really enjoy cooking camp during spring break! She was so sad to leave.. I will definitely be bringing her back in the future. Thank you!
  • Roxana Casanueva

    I recently attended the pizza-making class at The Real Food Academy, and it was an amazing experience! The class was fun, interactive, and perfect for all skill levels. The instructors were knowledgeable and made the process easy to follow, from kneading the dough to choosing fresh ingredients for toppings. The best part was getting to customize my own pizza and then enjoying the delicious results! The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, making it a great activity for friends, couples, or even solo attendees. I also appreciated the focus on high-quality, wholesome ingredients. Overall, I highly recommend this class to anyone who loves pizza and wants to learn how to make it from scratch. A great way to spend an evening and pick up some new cooking skills!
  • Chris Cunningham

    PIZZA NIGHT WAS THE BEST!! Highly recommend
  • Sabrina Faroh

    We had so much fun at the pizza class thank you chef maria and chef paolo it was a great experience 10/10
  • Lauren Hunter

    Our friends took the pizza class as a triple date and had SO much fun. The instructors are so knowledgeable & friendly - they really walk you through the whole process & make it such a fun experience. We will definitely come back!!! Ps Our pizzas came out so so so yummy!
  • Christopher Vazquez

    Amazing pizza class! Definitely recommend!

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