Sopa De Ajo (Garlic Soup)

This is a typical Spanish soup that is served as a tapa. It is simple, rustic, and delicious!

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 6  garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 3  slices  thick bread, cut in cubes for croutons
• 3  teaspoons  spanish paprika
• 1  quart water
•  salt
•  fresh ground black pepper
• 3 -4  tablespoons olive oil
• 6  eggs (optional)

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in large saucepan.
2. Add garlic, bread cubes and paprika and stir until bread cubes are a golden brown. Do not let the garlic burn.
3. Add water, then salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes. Adjust seasoning.
4. In a separate pan, fry the eggs in olive oil.
5. Serave the soup in rustic "cazuelas" or in deep soup bowls. Add a fried egg on top and serve immediately.