Rustic Country French Style Garlic Soup
A comforting and creamy garlic soup perfect for chilly evenings and impressing guests.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 head garlic peeled
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth substitute for vegetarian version
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream can be substituted with coconut milk for dairy-free
- Salt and pepper to taste
- for garnish Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat a large pot over medium heat.
- Add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent.
- Toss in the whole head of garlic and let it cook until fragrant.
Cooking
- Pour in the broth and add the diced potatoes. Bring everything to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender.
- Remove the garlic cloves from the pot and mash them in a bowl before returning them to the soup.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This soup pairs well with warm, crusty bread. It can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.