Garlic soup
| Difficulty: Easy |
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Preparation time: 10 minutes |
| Total time: 30 minutes without oven. 2-3 hours oven |
| Servings: 4 |
Ingredients:
- 125g of stale bread
- 1L of water or chicken broth
- 7 cloves of garlic
- 1 tablespoon of paprika
- Salt to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Optional: a little chili pepper
Utensilios:
Preparation: Step by Step
| 1 |
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly. |
| 2 |
Cut the bread into slices that are not too thick. |
| 3 |
Heat a drizzle of oil, add the garlic, and when it starts to smell fragrant but before it browns too much add the tablespoon of paprika and stir. |
| 4 |
Add the water or broth and season with salt to taste. |
| 5 |
At this point, you can cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes, or leave it uncovered and bake at 180°C (356°F) until a crust forms on top, ideally for about 2-3 hours. |
| 6 |
Serve and enjoy! |
Presentation
For an irresistible presentation, serve the soup piping hot in earthenware bowls to retain the heat. Drizzle a bit of extra virgin olive oil just before serving and, if desired, garnish with a pinch of paprika or fresh herbs. Pair it with a poached egg or some melted cheese for an extra touch of flavor. Enjoy!
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