L'Aigo Boulido - {Provençal "Boiled Water"}

Recipe Instructions In a large saucepan, salt the water, add the garlic cloves, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium. After 10 minutes, add the bay leaves, sage, and a dash of the oil. Cook 2 more minutes, then remove from heat, cover, and steep for 10 minutes. When ready to serve, heat a soup tureen in the oven for a few minutes, then layer the bottom with the bread slices and sprinkle with the cheese, then the rest of the oil. Ladle the strained broth over all and serve. Serve hot to 4 people in need.