Avgolemono (Greek Egg Lemon Soup)

This soup is quick and easy to make with simple ingredients you likely have on hand. Plus, it’s super-creamy without any heavy cream. "The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook" by Lisa Steele

The Greek word avgolemono translates to “egg and lemon” in English. This soup is quick and easy to make with simple ingredients you likely have on hand, like chicken stock and rice—and of course, fresh eggs! Lemon juice and peel add a brightness to the soup, for a pick-me-up on a chilly evening. Plus, it’s super-creamy without any heavy cream, so it’s the ultimate comfort food without the guilt. Vegetable broth can be used in place of the chicken broth to make this a vegetarian option.

Makes 4 to 6 servings

• 8 cups (2 quarts) chicken broth
• 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 6 eggs
• 1/3 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
• Lemon slices for garnish
• Fresh parsley for garnish
• Grated lemon peel for garnish

In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the broth and rice to a boil. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the rice is tender, about 12 to 14 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.