Description
A warm and comforting soup with rich flavors and aromatic garlic, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of garlic
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off the head of garlic and drizzle with olive oil. Wrap it in aluminum foil and roast in the oven for about 30-35 minutes until soft.
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Squeeze the roasted garlic into the pot and stir to combine.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Blend the soup until smooth, if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and alongside crusty bread.
Notes
For a creamier texture, stir in some heavy cream before serving. You can also add a splash of white wine for enhanced flavor during sautéing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting and Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg