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A bowl of Country French Garlic Soup garnished with herbs and crusty bread.

Roasted Garlic Soup

A comforting and humble roasted garlic soup, perfect for holiday gatherings or any chilly day. Filled with caramelized onions and creamy richness, it's a therapeutic bowl of goodness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup, Starter
Cuisine: Comfort Food, French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 3 heads whole heads of garlic, roasted Roast until caramelized for a sweet flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Used for sautéing onions.
  • 1 tablespoon butter Optional, for additional richness.
  • 2 medium yellow onions, diced Caramelize for sweetness.
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Can substitute chicken broth.
  • 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream Use plant-based milk for a vegan option.
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves Use ½ teaspoon if dried.
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Crusty bread or toasted baguette slices, for serving Buy good bread for best results.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut tops off garlic heads, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35–40 minutes. Let cool, then squeeze out cloves.
  3. In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
  4. Add diced onions and cook until golden and caramelized (about 15–20 minutes).
Cooking
  1. Stir in roasted garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
Finishing Touches
  1. Remove bay leaf. Optionally, purée the soup to your desired texture using an immersion blender.
  2. Stir in milk or cream and warm gently. Do not boil.
  3. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serving
  1. Garnish with parsley and cracked black pepper. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

This soup is freezer-friendly without the milk/cream. Can be made vegan with suitable substitutes.