Bat Wing Soup is a traditional American recipe for a classic soup of garlic and tomatoes served with bread cut into the shape of bat's wings. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic American version of: Bat Wing Soup.
Heat the oil in a pan and use to fry the garlic until just beginning to colour (about 8 minutes). Add the tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes. Take off the heat and allow to cool for a few minutes then blend in a food processor until smooth (you may need to do this in batches). Return to the pan and bring back to a simmer.
Meanwhile, prepare the bat wings. Remove the crusts from your bread then flatten each slice with a rolling pin. Cut in half, diagonally and, using kitchen scissors scallop the long edge to resemble the folds of a bat's wing.
Place each triangle on a baking sheet. Spread with butter and sprinkle the Italian seasoning over the top. Place in an oven pre-heated to 200°C and bake for about 6 minutes, or until golden brown. Turn half way through.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with two of the bat wings.
