Wine Soup

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Elegant European-style wine soup with a rich, custardy texture and buttery croutons
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Wine Soup

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 785.5

Description

This sophisticated Wine Soup offers a luxurious twist on traditional broth, blending reduced wine with a silky egg-yolk custard for a velvety finish. The dish balances the acidity of the wine with sweet notes and bright lemon zest, creating a complex flavor profile that is both warming and refined. Served over golden, buttery croutons, it provides a delightful contrast between the hot liquid and crisp bread. Perfect for a cozy winter evening or an intimate dinner party, this vegetarian recipe requires simple pantry staples but delivers restaurant-quality results. It is an ideal choice for those seeking a comforting yet elegant meal that feels special without requiring complex techniques.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine the wine and hot water in a saucepan.
  2. Cover and simmer gently for 30 minutes, ensuring the liquid does not boil.
  3. In a separate skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  4. Add the bread crumbs to the melted butter and sauté until crisp and golden brown.
  5. Stir in the finely grated lemon rind and remove from heat.
  6. In a mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks until foamy.
  7. Add the sugar to the egg yolks and beat until well blended.
  8. Slowly stir about 1/4 cup of the warm wine mixture into the egg yolk mixture to temper the eggs.
  9. Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the remaining wine mixture in the saucepan, stirring constantly.
  10. Cook for 1 minute over low heat, stirring continuously, until thickened but not boiling.
  11. Divide the golden croutons among six soup bowls.
  12. Ladle the hot wine soup over the croutons and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 785.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.5g26%
Saturated Fat 8.4g43%
Cholesterol 32.2mg11%
Sodium 853.9mg36%
Total Carbohydrate 105.4g36%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g35%
Sugars 9.7g
Protein 14.6g30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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