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Country French Garlic Soup Recipe

Country French Garlic Soup Recipe
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This Country French Garlic Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for garlic lovers. It features a rich blend of sautéed onions and garlic simmered in broth with herbs, then finished with a creamy egg yolk mixture for smooth texture. Topped with toasted French bread and melted Parmesan or Gruyère cheese, this soup delivers a rustic yet elegant taste of French countryside cooking.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 10–12 garlic cloves, minced (or roasted for a milder flavor)
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)

Creamy Mixture

  • 2 egg yolks
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Toppings

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan or Gruyère cheese
  • Toasted French bread slices
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Simmer the Soup: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Add the fresh thyme, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes to develop flavors.
  3. Blend Until Smooth: Remove the bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. For a rustic texture, you may leave it slightly chunky if preferred.
  4. Incorporate the Egg Yolk Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and heavy cream. Slowly add a ladleful of the hot soup to the egg mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling. Gradually stir this tempered mixture back into the pot, stirring continuously to combine.
  5. Final Touch & Serve: Allow the soup to simmer on low heat for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Ladle the soup into bowls, top each serving with toasted French bread slices and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan or Gruyère cheese. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a milder garlic flavor, roasting the garlic cloves before adding them to the soup is recommended.
  • Vegetarian option: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper according to your spice preference or omit it entirely.
  • Tempering the eggs is crucial to avoid scrambling when adding them to the hot soup.
  • To make gluten-free, substitute the French bread with gluten-free toast or omit the bread topping.
  • Use Gruyère cheese for a richer, nuttier taste or Parmesan for a sharper flavor.

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Keywords: garlic soup, French soup, creamy garlic soup, comfort food, rustic soup, garlic lovers, French cuisine

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