Speck and Bratwurst Sopas

Ingredients for Speck and Bratwurst Sopas

• 150 g speck, cubed
• 2 bratwurst sausages, sliced
• 1 cup elbow macaroni
• 1 cup rigatoni
• 1.5 litres chicken stock
• 1 cup cream
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large carrot, cubed or julienned
• 1/2 cup spring onions, chopped
• 4 hard-boiled eggs, halved
• Salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

How to cook Speck and Bratwurst Sopas

1. 1.Sauté speck in a large pot over medium heat until its fat renders and edges crisp. Add bratwurst and brown lightly; reserve half if desired.
2. 2.Cook onion in the rendered fat until soft, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
3. 3.Pour in chicken stock and bring to a gentle boil. Add macaroni and rigatoni, reduce heat, and simmer until just tender.
4. 4.Add carrots and cook until softened. Stir in cream and simmer gently 2 to 3 minutes without boiling.
5. 5.Season with salt and black pepper; stir in half the spring onions. Serve topped with eggs, reserved meats, and remaining onions.