Almonds, garlic, bread and... grapes? What kind of strange brew is this? If you're willing to take a chance on this creamy, refreshing cold summer soup, you'll discover a dish destined to become one of your all-time favorites. An added bonus: it's a great way to turn that beginning-to-go-stale bread into something more than bread crumbs. Trust us; this soup is great. (Particularly if you're a garlic lover.)

Ajo Blanco, "white garlic," has long been a favorite summer soup in the Malaga, Spain region. While more traditional versions do without the chicken stock and croutons, this one has always been my favorite. Complete step-by-step photos illustrating how to make this soup are available at Bakers' Banter, our King Arthur blog. More...