SOUP DOGGY DOGG

YOU TRY AND RESIST THAT PUN

Greek: Avgolemono

(Serves 6-8)

I don’t know about you, but when I think of warming winter food, I think soup. A specific image comes to mind of a young woman coming in from the cold rain and warming up with a tin of tomato soup, steaming her glasses in the process. But that’s because I saw it on a Heinz advert and I’m extremely easily manipulated. What’s that, Ms Longoria? You’re right, I am worth it! I’ll be back…

Sorry about that, back now, and with hair bouncier than ever. And I’ve turned the TV off before I go out and buy a new car because mine doesn’t have a ‘keyless entry system’. Hmmm, thinking about it, maybe I am too lazy to use a key. I’ll be back…

This could go on a while. So, before I come back with an IKEA tallboy, a bucket of KFC and some new life insurance, let’s get to it. It’s getting cold out there, so let’s warm ourselves up with some gorgeous soups. And as we can’t travel at the moment, let’s bring the rest of the world to us instead, and embark on a global culinary voyage, from the convenience of our kitchens. Here follow seven winter warmers from around the world, one for each day of the week. And if they all turn out to be revolting, there’s always that bucket of KFC.

To be honest, when I see an egg, my first thought isn’t always (or, indeed, ever), ‘you know what that needs: lemon.’ But it and sauté (4-5 mins). Meanwhile, cook . Add and to the sautéed onions and bring to a simmer. When the rice or orzo is nearly done (cooked, but still firm), drain and add to the chicken broth. Add having diced it in ¼ inch cubes so it can cook through quickly.