Classic Garlic Soup

Experience the comforting embrace of classic French flavors with this rich and velvety Classic Garlic Soup. Crafted from roasted garlic bulbs that impart a deep, caramelized sweetness, this soup is perfectly balanced with creamy heavy cream and the savory aroma of fresh thyme and bay leaves. Blended to silky perfection, the soup is served with golden-brown baguette slices and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for irresistible texture. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this garlic-infused delight is perfect for cozy dinners or elegant starters. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for garlic lovers and seekers of comforting, wholesome meals, this recipe is a must-try.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 whole garlic bulbs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 sliced baguette
• 0.25 cup, grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the garlic bulbs on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Wrap in foil and roast in the oven for 30 minutes or until the garlic is soft and golden.

Step 3

Once cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins, discarding the skins.

Step 4

In a large pot, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the roasted garlic to the pot, mashing it slightly with a fork, then pour in the chicken or vegetable broth.

Step 6

Add bay leaves and thyme, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook gently for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or by transferring to a countertop blender in batches.

Step 8

Return the soup to the pot (if using a countertop blender), stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 9

Simmer for another 5 minutes to heat the cream through.

Step 10

Meanwhile, turn the oven to broil and toast the baguette slices until golden brown.

Step 11

Serve the soup in bowls, topped with toasted baguette slices, a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and a garnish of fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1903.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1125.3

Total Fat 78.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 142.2mg	0%
Sodium 7842.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 8.3g
Protein 29.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 602.2mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 1116.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.6%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 26.9%