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Spanish Soup

Hearty Spanish Soup in 30 Minutes: Comfort in a Bowl

Enjoy this comforting Spanish Soup, Sopa De Ajo, made with simple ingredients in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Feel free to substitute with any neutral oil if needed.
  • 2 cups stale baguette Tear into small pieces for optimal thickness.
  • 4 cloves garlic Fresh cloves work best.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used but will lose smokiness.
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1/4 cup dry sherry Red wine vinegar can substitute.
  • 2 large eggs Beaten and drizzled into the soup.
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley For garnish.
  • to taste salt Essential for balancing flavors.
  • to taste pepper Essential for balancing flavors.

Equipment

  • large 6-8 quart saucepot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spanish Soup
  1. In a large 6-8 quart saucepot, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until it glistens.
  2. Tear a stale baguette into small pieces to fill about 2 cups, then add these to the hot oil. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add sliced garlic to the pot, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes until it softens and becomes fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, stirring for 30-60 seconds.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Stir in the toasted bread and 1/4 cup of dry sherry.
  7. In a separate bowl, beat 2 eggs until frothy. Drizzle into the soup while stirring gently.
  8. Season with salt and pepper, ladle into bowls, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy your Spanish Soup fresh for the best experience, storing leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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