Sopa de Ajo Italiana

Name: Sopa de Ajo Italiana
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 12 garlic cloves, sliced; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 4 cups crusty Italian bread, cubed; 4 large eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tsp kosher salt

A rich and savory garlic soup infused with olive oil, broth, softened bread, shredded cheese, and delicate egg ribbons.

35 minEasyServes 4290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
12 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
4 cups crusty Italian bread, cubed
4 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

1

Heat 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium-low heat.
2

Add 12 sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, cooking for 5 minutes until garlic is soft and golden but not browned.
3

Pour in 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth and 1 tsp kosher salt, then bring the liquid to a gentle simmer for 15 minutes.
4

Add 4 cups cubed crusty Italian bread to the pot and simmer for 5 minutes until the bread softens into the broth.
5

Whisk 4 beaten large eggs and 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano together in a small bowl, then slowly drizzle the mixture into the soup while stirring continuously to form thin ribbons.
6

Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately in warm bowls.

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Questions

What is Sopa de Ajo Italiana?

A rich and savory garlic soup infused with olive oil, broth, softened bread, shredded cheese, and delicate egg ribbons. This reference files it under Italian soup: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 35 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of Parmesan in Sopa de Ajo Italiana?

The entry for Sopa de Ajo Italiana calls for 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated. In its place: Pecorino Romano or Grana Padano, measure for measure. For dairy-free, use nutritional yeast at half the volume.

How hot is Sopa de Ajo Italiana?

Moderately. The heat in Sopa de Ajo Italiana comes from 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. For a milder plate, halve the red pepper; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Sopa de Ajo Italiana dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Sopa de Ajo Italiana is 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Sopa de Ajo Italiana contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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