Lemon Soup w/Garbanzo Beans

* Exported from MasterCook *

Lemon Soup w/Garbanzo Beans

Recipe By : "Bon Appetit" magazine
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Lowfat Soups And Stews

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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6 cups chicken broth
1 15-16 oz can garbanzo beans -- rinsed and drained
6 garlic cloves -- chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 large eggs
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
pinch cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Combine broth, beans, garlic, turmeric and cumin in large saucepan, bring to
a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Whisk eggs and lemon juice
until
well-blended.

Gradually whisk 2 cups soup into egg mixture. Return to saucepan. Stir
over
medium-low heat until heated through, about 5 minutes. (Do not boil.) Add
cayenne. Season with salt. Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with mint.

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