November 17, 2021- Avgolemono

Avgolemono: a soup or sauce made with beaten eggs, lemon juice, and usually chicken broth.

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The telltale serpentines of cold air and the tendrils of frost upon glass signify the arrival winter. Cozy blankets, cups of cocoa and cookies baked with care are all very effective ways to combat the creeping cold. However, sweets don't cater to everyone's palettes. Others prefer savory, salty dishes or rich umami flavors. For them, a bowl of boiling broth brings warmth just as well as cocoa and cookies.

Chicken noodle soup is a staple in many kitchens and rightfully so. However, it starts to taste too familiar after many chilly days. If you're looking to spice up your tastes, consider trying your hand at avgolemono! It's a well loved soup with roots in Greece. Eggs are beaten and mixed with lemon juice and hot broth. Then, it's heated until it finally thickens. This gives it a unique texture and flavor.

And it looks lovely to boot. It brims with a pale, creamy sheen and is dusted with delicate herbs.