Soups
4C good quality chicken broth
1/2C white rice (short grain, if possible)
optional if broth is unsalted: 1/4tsp salt
1-inch piece of fresh ginger (don't substitute ground ginger)
Whatever condiment toppings that the patient finds most appealing (1 tablespoon each)
green onions, chopped
fresh cilantro, chopped
dash shoyu
optional: tiny bits of meat, if the patient is up to it- turkey or chicken are both fine
Simmer until the rice has mostly disintegrated and has thickened the broth. Remove the piece of ginger (squeeze it to release all the juice) and discard. Serve with toppings.