Description
This Rustic French Garlic Soup is a warm embrace in a bowl, combining rich, creamy textures with bold garlic flavors. It’s not only comforting but also a powerful immune booster, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cloves of garlic
- 1 large onion
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 cups of chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 cup of heavy cream (or half-and-half or coconut cream for a lighter option)
- Fresh thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Crusty French baguette (or gluten-free bread or omit entirely)
Instructions
- Start by peeling and finely chopping 10 cloves of garlic and 1 large onion. Dice 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes into small pieces. Fresh thyme should be washed and lightly chopped.
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and garlic, sautéing for about 5-7 minutes until they are soft and fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing them to absorb the flavors.
- Add 6 cups of chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version) to the pot. Bring it to a gentle boil.
- Toss in the chopped thyme, salt, and pepper to taste. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Once the potatoes are soft, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until it reaches a creamy consistency. If you don't have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender.
- Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream (or your chosen alternative) until fully incorporated. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Meanwhile, slice the baguette and toast it until golden brown. You can rub some garlic on the toast for an extra kick of flavor.
- Ladle the creamy soup into bowls, top with a slice of toasted bread, and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh thyme. Enjoy your comforting bowl of Rustic Country French Garlic Soup!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic for a stronger flavor. Garnishing with a drizzle of olive oil or a dollop of crème fraîche adds a nice touch.