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Rustic Country French Garlic Soup

Creamy Rustic Country French Garlic Soup: Ultimate Comfort Food

Enjoy a bowl of comforting Rustic Country French Garlic Soup, combining roasted garlic and cream for a rich, delicious experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 head Garlic Roasted for sweetness
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with shallots
  • 4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth Low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing and roasting
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Alternatively, use half-and-half
For Seasoning
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Best if fresh, dried thyme can substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Serving
  • 1 loaf Baguette or Crusty Bread For dipping
  • Fresh Herbs or Croutons Optional garnishes

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large pot
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the tops off the garlic bulbs, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap in aluminum foil. Roast for about 30 minutes.
  2. In a large pot, heat a couple of tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until translucent.
  3. Squeeze the roasted garlic into the pot, add broth and fresh thyme, bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes to develop flavor.
  5. Remove thyme sprigs and puree the soup using an immersion blender.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper.
  7. Ladle into bowls, top with fresh herbs or croutons, and serve with bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavors, allow the soup to sit overnight before serving. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months.

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