Pavese Style Bread Soup
A classic of Italian rustic cuisine, this soup features toasted bread and poached eggs served in a rich, savory broth. It is a traditional preparation hailing from Pavia, typically enjoyed for a warming meal.
Ingredients
- 3 Tbs. butter
- 6 slices firm, coarse-textured bread
- 6 c. meat or chicken broth
- salt
- 6 eggs
- freshly ground pepper
- 6 Tbs. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
- 1
Melt the butter in a saucepan and fry the bread slices on both sides until they reach a golden brown color. Divide the toasted slices among six individual soup bowls.
- 2
Place the bowls into an oven that has been pre-heated to 175°C, then turn the oven off.
- 3
Meanwhile, bring the broth to a boil and season with salt if necessary. Place one egg onto each slice of bread in the warmed bowls.
- 4
Pour the boiling broth over the eggs and bread. Finish with a sprinkle of pepper and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with parsley and nutmeg before serving.
