Description
Country French Garlic Soup is a creamy, comforting, and flavorful soup that’s perfect for chilly evenings. Made with roasted garlic, creamy potatoes, and rich chicken broth, this rustic French dish is quick, easy, and packed with cozy flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped onions (about 1 small onion)
- 1 cup chopped garlic (about 10 cloves)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced potatoes (about 1 large potato)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions and garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant (approximately 5 minutes).
- Stir in diced potatoes, then pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender (or transfer to a countertop blender in batches).
- Stir in heavy cream and heat gently, avoiding boiling. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, replace chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a dairy-free alternative.
- Roasted garlic can replace fresh garlic for a sweeter flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: French
