Description
Tasty Effortless Country French Style Garlic Soup offers a warm embrace on chilly evenings, combining the rich flavors of roasted garlic and sweet onion in a creamy broth. This simple yet nourishing recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether as a comforting starter or hearty main course paired with crusty bread. With its rustic charm and health benefits, this soup will surely become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–12 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Olive oil (for roasting garlic)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme (optional for seasoning)
- Crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the peeled garlic cloves on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the roasted garlic to the pot along with the broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs like thyme; simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Blend part or all of the soup for desired creaminess using an immersion blender.
- Stir in the heavy cream before serving and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg