Emeril's Garlicky Bread Soup

Warm, comforting, and irresistibly aromatic, Emeril's Garlicky Bread Soup is the ultimate soul-soothing dish for cozy evenings. This rustic yet elegant recipe transforms simple pantry ingredients like crusty bread, garlic, and stock into a hearty, velvety soup that’s bursting with flavor. Sautéed garlic infuses the broth with rich, savory notes, while the torn bread thickens the soup perfectly, creating a satisfyingly creamy texture without the need for cream. Fresh thyme adds an herby freshness, and optional garnishes of Parmesan and parsley take each bowl to the next level. Ready in under an hour, this easy bread soup is ideal for a quick family dinner or an impressive starter course. Pair it with a crisp green salad or your favorite roasted veggies for a meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 4 cups Crusty loaf bread, torn into bite-sized pieces
• 6 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 3

Stir in the torn bread pieces and toss to coat them in the garlic and oil. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the bread begins to toast slightly.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Lower the heat and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bread softens and begins to break down, thickening the soup.

Step 7

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt or pepper.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2530.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3256.7

Total Fat 95.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 47.6mg	0%
Sodium 13271.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 485.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 116.9g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 1113.9mg	0%
Iron 27.7mg	0%
Potassium 1351.3mg	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: 26.2%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 59.4%