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Country French Garlic Soup

Warm Up with Country French Garlic Soup for Cozy Nights

Experience the comforting warmth and robust flavor of Country French Garlic Soup, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped; use shallots for milder taste
  • 6 cloves garlic minced; roast for milder sweetness
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth homemade is best for depth
  • 1 teaspoon thyme fresh preferred, but dried can work
  • 1 leaf bay leaf remove before serving
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • pinch cayenne pepper optional
Creamy Texture
  • 2 yolks egg yolks use an egg substitute for vegan
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitute with coconut milk for dairy-free
Garnishing
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Gruyère cheese optional
  • toasted French bread

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Immersion Blender
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add thyme, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Remove bay leaf and use an immersion blender to puree the soup to desired consistency.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks with heavy cream. Temper with hot soup, then stir back into the pot.
  6. Adjust seasoning as needed and stir in Parmesan or Gruyère cheese. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and toasted French bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze without cream or egg yolks for up to 3 months.

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