Description
This French Garlic Soup is a rich and creamy delicacy perfect for garlic lovers. Combining sautéed fresh garlic and onions with vegetable broth and heavy cream, it offers a comforting and flavorful experience. Toasted baguette slices provide a delightful crunch, ideal for dipping into the velvety soup.
Ingredients
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Soup
- 12 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Accompaniment
- 1 baguette, sliced
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until they become golden brown and fragrant, approximately 5 minutes.
- Simmer Broth: Pour in 4 cups of low-sodium vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Blend Soup: Using an immersion blender or transferring the mixture to a standard blender, blend until smooth and creamy to achieve a velvety texture.
- Add Cream and Season: Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream into the blended soup. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Toast Baguette: While the soup is warm, toast the sliced baguette pieces until they are golden brown and crisp for dipping into the soup.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm, garnished optionally with croutons or fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme to enhance flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a deeper garlic flavor, roast the garlic cloves before adding them to the soup.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, keeping in mind it will be less creamy.
- The baguette slices can be rubbed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil before toasting for extra flavor.
- This soup pairs well with a light white wine or a crisp green salad.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: French garlic soup, creamy garlic soup, garlic and onion soup, easy French soup, vegetable broth soup, baguette soup dipping
