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Country French Garlic Soup

Comfort in a Bowl: Country French Garlic Soup Recipe

A comforting bowl of Country French Garlic Soup made with garlic, potatoes, and broth for a nourishing experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if preferred.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped; use shallots for a milder taste.
  • 10-12 cloves Garlic Minced; adjust based on preference.
  • 4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth Homemade is ideal, but store-bought works.
  • 2 large Potatoes Peeled and diced; can replace with cauliflower.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Can use fresh thyme if available.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before blending.
  • Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning; adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Optional; replace with coconut milk for a lighter option.
  • Fresh Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  2. Add one chopped onion to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent and soft.
  3. Stir in 10 to 12 minced garlic cloves and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Introduce 2 peeled and diced large potatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, a bay leaf, and salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Lower the heat and cover the pot, letting the soup simmer for about 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  7. Remove the bay leaf and blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth.
  8. If desired, fold in 1 cup of heavy cream for extra richness and let it heat through.
  9. Before serving, taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper as necessary.
  10. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Suitable for vegetarian diets by using vegetable broth. Best served hot with a side of crusty bread.

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