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Cozy Up with Scrumptious Country French Garlic Soup Recipe

Cozy Up with Scrumptious Country French Garlic Soup Recipe
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Cozy up with this scrumptious Country French Garlic Soup, a creamy and flavorful blend of garlic, potatoes, and aromatic herbs, topped with toasted baguette slices and melted Gruyère cheese. Perfect for a comforting meal that blends rustic charm with rich creaminess.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 4 cups chicken broth (substitute with vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (used for sautéing onions)
  • 1 onion (chopped; can substitute with shallots or leeks)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced; essential for the dish’s character)
  • 2 potatoes (diced; can substitute with cauliflower for low-carb option)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or use less if dried thyme is used)
  • 1 bay leaf (discard after simmering)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)

Creamy Elements

  • 1 cup whole milk (substitute with plant-based milk for vegan option)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (substitute with plant-based cream for vegan option)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (could use vegan butter if preferred)

Toppings

  • 1 French baguette sliced (can replace with sourdough)
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese (alternatives include Swiss cheese or Comté)

Instructions

  1. Heat the Oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat for about 1 minute to prepare for sautéing.
  2. Sauté the Onion: Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant, forming the flavor base.
  3. Add the Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, allowing the garlic’s aroma to develop without burning.
  4. Introduce the Vegetables and Herbs: Add the diced potatoes, fresh thyme, and bay leaf to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste, stirring to combine all flavors.
  5. Pour in the Broth: Slowly add the chicken broth, increase the heat to bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
  6. Simmer the Soup: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender to the fork.
  7. Blend Until Smooth: Remove the bay leaf, then use an immersion blender to puree the soup until creamy and smooth, ensuring all potato chunks are blended.
  8. Add Creaminess: Stir in the whole milk and heavy cream into the blended soup, mixing thoroughly to create a rich and velvety texture.
  9. Toast the Baguette: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat and toast the baguette slices until they become golden brown and crisp on both sides.
  10. Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the hot soup into bowls, top each serving with toasted baguette slices, and generous amounts of Gruyère cheese for a melt-in-your-mouth finish.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • To make this soup vegan, use plant-based milk and cream substitutes, as well as vegan butter.
  • Cauliflower can be used in place of potatoes for a low-carb option.
  • Dried thyme can replace fresh thyme, but use about half the amount as it is more concentrated.
  • Gruyère cheese can be substituted with Swiss cheese or Comté if preferred.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently on the stove to prevent curdling of cream.

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