Great Garlic Soup
- SERVES
- 5
- COOK TIME
- 15 Min
There must be some truth to the old story that garlic wards off evil spirits. Know why? 'Cause the smell of Great Garlic Soup brings a happy, hungry crowd running to the dinner table!
What You'll Need
- 7 garlic cloves, minced
- 5 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cup water
- 4 slices stale or toasted bread, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 scallion (green onion), chopped
What to Do
- Coat a medium saucepan with cooking spray. Add garlic, and brown over medium heat, stirring constantly. Add broth, water, bread, and pepper; mix well. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer.
- Remove 2 tablespoons soup to a small bowl and combine with beaten egg. Using a fork, slowly stir egg mixture into soup, forming egg strands. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, until heated through.
- Ladle into individual bowls, top with scallions, and serve immediately.
Note
Cut a garlic clove in half crosswise and rub over toasted slices of French bread for a perfect go-along.