Description
Country French Garlic Soup is a comforting dish that envelops you in warmth with its rich, creamy texture and aromatic garlic flavor. This delightful soup combines sautéed garlic, tender potatoes, and fragrant herbs, making it an ideal choice for cozy dinners or impressing guests. Perfectly paired with crusty sourdough bread for dipping, each spoonful offers a taste of nostalgia and joy. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, this soup will become a cherished favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped
- 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable stock
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crusty sourdough bread for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the vegetable stock until everything is submerged. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat; simmer for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or by transferring it to a blender.
- Return the soup to low heat; stir in heavy cream and chopped herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve in bowls with extra herbs as garnish alongside toasted sourdough bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing/Blending
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg