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Egg Drop Soup

★★★★½ (4.5)

Silky ribbons of egg suspended in a warm, savory chicken broth, this five-ingredient soup takes only 15 minutes and is the ultimate quick comfort food for beginners.

5 min Prep

10 min Cook

15 min Total

4 Servings

Ready in just 15 minutes with pantry staples
Gentle, comforting flavor perfect when you're under the weather
Naturally gluten-free with a simple soy sauce swap

5 cups chicken broth
2 tbsp cornstarch, mixed with 3 tbsp water
+7 more ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon fresh herbs

Pour the chicken broth into a medium pot and bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

Continue simmering until the sauce reduces and coats the back of a spoon.

Rest the dish for five minutes before serving with your favorite side.

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