Zuppa Alla Pavese (Chicken Soup W- Poached Egg)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Zuppa Alla Pavese (Chicken Soup W- Poached Egg)
in Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
4 slices Italian bread
4 eggs
3 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
300
Sugar
2g
Fat
20g
Zuppa Alla Pavese is a traditional soup from Pavia, a city in the Lombardy region of Italy. The soup derives its name from the city. The soup dates back to the Renaissance era when it was served for breakfast to the nobles. The soup is made from chicken stock, with added toasted bread, eggs, and Parmesan cheese. The soup is hearty, flavorful and filling, making it a popular soup in Italian cuisine. This recipe has a poached egg instead of a raw egg, which is more common in the traditional recipe. Zuppa Alla Pavese is a dish that can be served any time of the year and enjoyed by people of all ages.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 370°F (190°C)
2.Spread a generous amount of butter on one side of each bread slice and place them butter side down in a baking dish.
3.Bake in the oven for 10 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and crispy. Then remove it from the baking dish and set it aside.
4.Heat up the chicken stock in a pot until it is boiling. Then, lower the heat and let it simmer.
5.Poach the eggs one by one.
6.To serve, place a slice of toasted bread on the bottom of each bowl. Pour the heated chicken stock over the toast, making sure it is fully covered. Top each bowl with a poached egg, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and a pat of butter on top. Serve immediately.

PROS

This soup is simple to make, has a great taste, and is very filling.
The poached egg adds a nice texture to the soup and the cheesy taste of Parmesan really brings out the taste of the chicken stock.

It is also a great dish for people looking for a low carb meal option.

CONS

This soup is high in calories, fat, and sodium.
People watching their weight or other health issues like hypertension and high cholesterol might need to adjust the ingredients or portion sizes when trying the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is rich in protein, vitamins and nutrients. Chicken broth, for example, is a natural source of electrolytes, gelatin, collagen, and minerals that have health benefits for the gut, joints, skin, and immune system. Also, the egg in the soup adds protein, healthy fat, and vitamins D and K to the dish.
But, taking into account the fats in the soup, it can also be unhealthy if eaten in excess or daily basis.

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