Grandma Dekanini's Zuppa Pavese

Cozy up with Grandma Dekanini's Zuppa Pavese! 🥘

Serves 2

• 1 Liter Chicken Broth
• 2 Teaspoons Dry Oregano
• 2 Tablespoons Butter
• 2 Thick Slices Italian Bread
• 2 Eggs
• 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese, plus more to taste
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Get Cooking 🍽️

1. In a small pot, combine 1 Liter Chicken Broth and 2 Teaspoons Dry Oregano. Bring to a low simmer and let it gently bubble away.
2. Heat 2 Tablespoons Butter in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the Italian Bread on both sides until it's golden and crispy. Cut in half and set in an oven-safe dish.
3. Crack 1 or 2 Eggs onto the toasted bread, making sure the yolks don't burst. Season with Salt and Pepper, and sprinkle with a little oregano.
4. Carefully pour or spoon Egg and Broth over the bread, making sure not to scramble the yolks.
5. Sprinkle with Grated Parmesan Cheese and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes, so the yolks are lightly cooked, or longer if you prefer a firmer yolk. Add more Broth and Cheese as needed.

Dive Deeper:

For a delicious Zuppa Pavese, use 2 Tablespoons of butter to brush onto the Italian bread. You may need a little extra for even coating.

Pop that Zuppa Pavese in the oven and give it a dusting of extra Parmesan Cheese for an irresistible finish.

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Enrichment Insights (Integrated into base article):

To get the best results with butter on Italian bread, there are a few things to keep in mind:

1. Preparation: Before you start, ensure the bread is warm and slightly toasted, which helps the butter melt evenly and creates a rustic, cracked crust.
2. Application: Add a little piece of butter onto the loaf. As the bread bakes, the butter will melt and coat the crust, making it deliciously buttery and creating that sought-after texture.