Trahanas Soup

• ½ kg fresh trahanas
• 2 liters water
• 1 chicken stock cube
• 1/4 cup vermicelli (fide)

For the Croutons

• Village bread
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• paprika
• salt
• black pepper

For Serving

• Sheep/goat halloumi cheese, cut into cubes

For the Soup:

1. Place all ingredients in a pot, except for the vermicelli, and cook for 35 minutes.
2. Stir the soup frequently so it doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot. Add the vermicelli and cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Serve with halloumi pieces and croutons.

For the Croutons:

4. Cut the bread into cubes and place them in a bowl.
5. Add all the ingredients and mix well.
6. Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C until crispy.