Description
Experience the comforting warmth of Country French Garlic Soup, a delightful blend of rich garlic and savory broth that will transport you to quaint French bistros. This creamy soup is perfect for cozy dinners or impressive gatherings, with its silky texture and aromatic flavors uniting friends and family around the table. Easy to prepare and customize, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium sweet onions, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
- Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth; adjust texture as desired.
- Stir in heavy cream if using, heat through without boiling, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup or 240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg