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Country French Garlic Soup

Cozy Up with Country French Garlic Soup for Comforting Flavor

Discover the heartwarming flavors of Country French Garlic Soup, a comforting bowl perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with butter.
  • 1 large Onion Chopped, provides sweet base flavor.
  • 10-12 cloves Garlic Minced, adjust according to preference.
  • 4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth Homemade is best.
  • 2 large Potatoes Peeled and diced; can substitute with cauliflower.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used but double the amount.
  • 1 Bay Leaf Optional, adds depth.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.
Extra Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Optional, can substitute with coconut cream.
Garnish
  • Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until aromatic.
  4. Pour in broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Add diced potatoes, thyme, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Simmer the soup for 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  7. Remove the bay leaf and blend the soup until smooth.
  8. Stir in heavy cream, if desired, until fully incorporated.
  9. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.
  10. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine when incorporating the broth.

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