Garlic Soup with Ham: A Comforting Pleasure for the Soul

Welcome to our culinary corner, where today we delve into the comforting world of garlic soup, a traditional dish that embraces us with its warmth and unrivalled flavour. But this time, we add a special touch: delicious Iberian ham, which elevates this recipe to new heights of exquisiteness.

Ingredients:

• 6 slices of rustic bread
• 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 100 g of Iberian ham , cut into small pieces
• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley, to decorate

Instructions:

1. Bread Preparation:

   • Toast the bread slices in a frying pan with a little olive oil until golden and crispy. Set aside.

2. Garlic Stir Fry:

   • In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and cook until golden and fragrant, but be careful not to burn it.

3. Add the Paprika and Cumin:

   • Add the paprika and ground cumin to the garlic sauce, and stir quickly to prevent burning. Cook for a minute to allow the spices to release their full aroma.

4. Add the Broth:

   • Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the pot with the garlic and spices. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

5. Cooking the Eggs:

   • Meanwhile, prepare the poached eggs. Boil a saucepan of water and carefully add the eggs. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are firm but the yolks are still runny. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and set aside.

6. Add the Ham:

   • Add the Iberian ham cut into small pieces to the pot with the broth and let it heat for a few minutes.

7. Assembling the Soups:

   • Place a slice of toasted bread on each bowl. Pour the hot soup over the bread and place a poached egg on top.

8. Ending:

   • Sprinkle some chopped fresh parsley over the ham and garlic soups and serve immediately, accompanied by more toasted bread if desired.

And there you have it! A comforting dish that will delight your senses and transport you to the most authentic flavours of traditional Spanish cuisine. Enjoy these delicious garlic soups with ham, perfect for warming the body and soul at any time of the year. Bon appetit!