Toasted Soup

This recipe from lidia's italy sounds so easy and so satisfying. a garlicky broth-based soup with croutons. yum.

In a heavy saucepan , brown the garlic and flour in heated oil , stirring constantly over low heat , 3-5 minutes.

Add the chicken stock and mix well , scraping all the flour from the sides of the pan.

Simmer 20 minutes , skimming occasionally.

Pass the mixture through a sieve , discarding the garlic and any lumps of flour.

In a clean pan , bring the mixture to a boil and slowly add the beaten eggs , continuously beating with a fork during the process.

Return to the boil , remove immediately from the heat , and serve with croutons and freshly ground pepper.

garlic cloves, unbleached flour, olive oil, chicken stock, eggs, croutons, fresh ground pepper