Rustic Country French Style Garlic Soup

Rustic Country French Style Garlic Soup

Author: Sara Smith Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: LUNCH Cuisine: French Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 head of garlic
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (such as thyme or parsley)
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Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off the garlic head and drizzle with olive oil. Wrap in foil and roast for about 30 minutes.
  2. In a pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions until soft.
  3. Add the diced potatoes and broth. Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  4. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into the pot, and blend until smooth.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

  1. Roast garlic until soft and caramelized. Use an immersion blender for easy cleaning when blending the soup.