Unlike stracciatella, where the eggs are supposed to separate, here the eggs are blended to create a smooth, creamy texture. This is done by adding a little of the hot stock to the eggs before they are added to the soup to prevent them from curdling. Bring to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan: 3 cups Chicken Stock 1/2 cup long-grain rice Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, about 20 minutes. In a medium bowl, whisk just enough to combine and be uniform in color: 2 eggs 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Stir 2 tablespoons of the hot stock into the egg mixture. To prevent curdling, gradually pour the egg mixture into the hot, not boiling, soup while stirring constantly. Season with: 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (optional) Salt and ground black pepper to taste Ladle into warmed bowls. Garnish with: Chopped fresh parsley or snipped fresh dill