Lazarus Soup

Ingredients

• 6 cups turkey or chicken broth (preferably rich, homemade stock)
• 2 heads garlic, cloves separated and peeled
• 4 to 6 small fresh jalapeños, seeded and coarsely chopped, or less if desired*
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
• Salt, to taste
• Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or pepper jack cheese

* Wear gloves when handling fresh chiles; the oils can cause a burning sensation on your skin.

Instructions

1. Combine the broth, garlic, jalapeños, oregano and thyme in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the garlic is very soft, about 30 minutes.
2. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth.
3. Season with salt and serve in mugs, garnished with the Parmigiano-Reggiano or pepper jack cheese.