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French Garlic Soup Recipe

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5 from 104 reviews

This comforting French Garlic Soup is a creamy, flavorful dish featuring roasted garlic, sautéed onions, and a rich vegetable broth base. Blended to silky perfection and topped with toasted baguette slices, it’s perfect as a warm appetizer or light meal.

Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

  • 12 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter

For Serving

  • 1 baguette, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: fresh herbs or croutons for garnish

Instructions

  1. Sauté Garlic and Onion: In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until they become golden brown and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, and cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, or transferring carefully to a standard blender, blend the soup mixture until smooth and creamy in texture.
  4. Incorporate Cream and Season: Stir in the heavy cream, and season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Heat through gently without boiling.
  5. Toast the Baguette: While the soup is finishing, toast the sliced baguette in a toaster or oven until crisp and golden brown, to be served alongside for dipping.
  6. Serve Warm: Ladle the warm soup into bowls, garnish with toasted baguette slices and optional fresh herbs or croutons, and enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • For a stronger garlic flavor, roast the garlic cloves before adding them to the pot.
  • Use low-sodium broth to better control salt level in the soup.
  • The soup can be made ahead and reheated gently; add cream just before serving.
  • Gluten-free baguette or bread can be substituted for gluten-free diets.
  • Consider adding fresh thyme or parsley for extra aroma and taste.

Keywords: French garlic soup, creamy garlic soup, vegetable broth soup, easy French soup, garlic cream soup, homemade soup

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