Bier Suppe (Beer Soup) 🍺🥣
Overview:
This timeless recipe hails from the treasured collection of “Heritage of Cooking” sourced from East Perry County, Missouri. The compilation, originating from Old Saxon Lutheran family files, reflects the culinary traditions of descendants of Saxon immigrants who settled in Perry County back in 1839. Compiled by The Saxon Lutheran Memorial in Frohna, Missouri, and maintained by The Concordia Historical Institute of The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, this cookbook offers a captivating journey into the past, resonating with the rich tapestry of German heritage. As you delve into this recipe, envision the resilience and ingenuity of those early German immigrants, whose culinary traditions have endured through the ages.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle of beer 🍺
- 2 tablespoons of flour
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- A dash of cinnamon 🥄
- 1 cup of water 💧
- 4 eggs 🥚
- Fresh lemon rind 🍋
Note: These simple yet flavorful ingredients epitomize the essence of German cuisine, offering a delightful blend of savory and sweet notes.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 404.1
- Fat Content: 10g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 423mg
- Sodium Content: 168.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 29.9g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 7.1g
- Protein Content: 15.6g
Indulge in this comforting soup, knowing it provides a balance of nourishment and satisfaction.
Preparation Time:
- 5 minutes
Cooking Time:
- 7 minutes
Total Time:
- 12 minutes
Efficiency meets flavor in this quick and easy-to-follow recipe, perfect for those busy days when you crave a taste of home.
Instructions:
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Begin by gathering your ingredients and preparing your cooking utensils.
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In a cooking utensil (a soup pot works wonders), combine the beer, flour, sugar, and a dash of cinnamon. Stir gently to ensure the ingredients are well incorporated.
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Place the mixture over strong heat and allow it to reach a gentle boil, infusing the kitchen with the warm aroma of spices and hops.
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Once the soup reaches a boil, remove it from the heat promptly, preserving its delicate flavors.
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As a final touch, add bread croutons to the soup, enhancing its texture and adding a delightful crunch.
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Serve the Bier Suppe piping hot, garnished with fresh lemon rind for a burst of citrusy zest.
Indulge in the comforting warmth of this classic German soup, savoring each spoonful as it transports you to a bygone era.
Recipe Yield:
- 2 quarts
This generous yield ensures there’s plenty to go around, inviting friends and family to partake in the culinary heritage of Perry County.
As you embark on this culinary journey, let the flavors of tradition and history envelop you, bridging the gap between past and present. With each spoonful of Bier Suppe, you pay homage to the enduring legacy of German immigrants whose recipes continue to unite generations around the table.
