Amazing French Garlic Soup for Incredible Comfort Food Recipe
This Amazing French Garlic Soup is a comforting and creamy dish that highlights the bold flavors of fresh garlic and onions, blended into a smooth, velvety texture. Perfect as a cozy starter or light meal, it's paired with toasted baguette slices for the ultimate dipping experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 12 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
For Serving
- 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnishes: croutons or fresh herbs
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic and Onion: In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until they become golden brown and fragrant, which should take about 5 minutes.
- Simmer Broth: Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook uncovered for 15 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
- Blend Soup: Using an immersion blender directly in the pot, or transferring carefully to a standard blender, puree the mixture until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Add Cream and Season: Stir in the heavy cream, then season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preference.
- Toast Baguette: Meanwhile, toast baguette slices in a toaster or oven until they are golden brown and crisp, perfect for dipping into the soup.
- Serve Warm: Ladle the warm soup into bowls and serve with the toasted baguette slices. Garnish with croutons or fresh herbs if desired for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can roast the garlic cloves before sautéing.
- Use a low-sodium broth to control the saltiness of the soup better.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half or coconut cream for different dietary needs.
- Leftover soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Adding a pinch of nutmeg can enhance the creaminess and depth of flavor.
