Øllebrød

Description
Beer and Bread Soup
 * Serves 6

Ingredients

 * ½ pound whole wheat bread
 * ½ pound pumpernickel bread
 * 4½ cups water
 * 4½ cups dark beer or ale
 * 6 tablespoons sugar
 * ¼ teaspoon salt
 * 1 stick cinnamon — 1" long
 * ¼ lemon, peel only

Directions

 * 1) Soak breads in water overnight (covered).
 * 2) When ready to make soup, cook covered over low heat, stirring frequently, until a thick paste.
 * 3) Add remaining ingredients and boil a few minutes.
 * 4) Serving ideas : spoonful of cream or whipped cream in each bowl.