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Spanish Soup

Nutritious Spanish Soup: Quick & Easy Comfort in a Bowl

Experience the rich flavors of Spanish Soup, a vegetarian and gluten-free dish that’s quick and easy, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil vegetable oil can be used as a substitute
  • 1 stale baguette baguette provides structure and thickness
  • 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced for best taste
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika adds smoky depth to the dish
  • 4 cups vegetable broth chicken broth can be used for a non-vegetarian option
  • 1/4 cup dry sherry can be replaced with red wine vinegar if needed
Creaminess
  • 2 large eggs consider silken tofu for a vegan version
Garnish
  • 1 cup chopped parsley optional but recommended for color and flavor
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large saucepot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepot over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  2. Tear the baguette into smaller pieces until you have about 2 cups and toast in the oil for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Remove the toasted bread and set it aside. Add more olive oil and sauté the sliced garlic for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the smoked paprika and sauté for an additional 30-60 seconds.
  5. Slowly pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a rolling boil, then let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Add the toasted bread and dry sherry, stir to combine, and let it thicken.
  7. Beat the eggs in a separate bowl, then slowly drizzle them into the soup while stirring constantly.
  8. Season with salt and pepper, add the chopped parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use stale bread for texture and ensure to taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

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