Rustic Country French Style Garlic Soup

A warm, comforting puree made from pantry staples, delivering big flavor in a luscious creamy base.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Soup, Starter

Cuisine: French

Calories: 350

Main Ingredients

1 bulb garlic A whole bulb gives depth. Roasting can make it sweeter.
1 medium onion, chopped Chop similarly sized for even cooking.
2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth Use low sodium if possible.
1 cup heavy cream Heavy cream makes it very rich; can substitute for lighter options.
to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper Adjust according to preference.
for garnish Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley) Add for a fresh touch.
for serving Crusty bread Serve alongside for dipping.

Preparation

Peel and roughly chop the garlic cloves and chop the onion. Keep pieces similar in size.
Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion. Cook, stirring, until soft and fragrant, about 6 to 8 minutes.
Pour in the broth and raise the heat to bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
Use an immersion blender or work in batches in a countertop blender to puree the soup until smooth. Return to the pot.
Stir in the heavy cream and warm through over low heat. Taste and season with salt and pepper, heating until steaming.
Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve with crusty bread.

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Store in fridge for 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze before adding cream.

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