Savor the Comfort of Country French Garlic Soup Bliss

Experience the warmth of Country French Garlic Soup, a comforting dish filled with garlic, potatoes, and herbs.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: French

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

2 tablespoons Olive oil for sautéing the onion
1 large Onion chopped
10-12 cloves Garlic minced
4 cups Vegetable or chicken broth choose chicken for richer flavor

For the Heartiness

2 large Potatoes peeled and diced
1 teaspoon Dried thyme
1 piece Bay leaf

Seasonings

Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Optional Enhancements

1 cup Heavy cream for richness
Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

Large Pot
Immersion blender

Method

Directions

In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in 10-12 cloves of minced garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Pour in 4 cups of vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Add 2 large diced potatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, and 1 bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.
Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
Remove the bay leaf and blend the soup until smooth.
Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream if desired and adjust seasonings to taste.
Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the soup to sit in the fridge for a day before serving.

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