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This rustic garlic bread soup recipe transforms simple ingredients into pure comfort food magic. The combination of slow-roasted garlic, crusty bread, and rich cream creates an incredibly smooth, satisfying soup that fills the kitchen with an irresistible aroma.
This soup was born from classic French cooking techniques, transforming humble ingredients into something extraordinary. The key is taking time to develop those foundational flavors.
Essential Ingredients
- Crusty day-old bread - provides body and texture
- Whole garlic bulbs - for deep, mellow flavor
- Heavy cream - creates silky smoothness
- Fresh Parmesan - adds savory depth
- Fresh herbs - brightens the dish
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Preparation Method
Initial Steps
Caramelize onions until golden brown
Roast garlic to sweet perfection
Infuse broth with fresh herbs
Creating the Base
Incorporate bread into hot broth
Add cream gradually
Blend until perfectly smooth
Final Touches
Incorporate Parmesan gradually
Adjust seasoning carefully
Garnish with crispy croutons
The success of this soup lies in proper technique. Taking time to develop the base flavors results in a remarkably complex taste that keeps people coming back for more.
Advance Preparation
This soup benefits from being made ahead. The flavors deepen overnight, creating an even more memorable dish. Store in airtight containers with expansion space.
Storage Guidelines
Refrigerate up to 4 days
Freeze for 3 months maximum
Defrost in refrigerator overnight
Troubleshooting
Adjust thickness with warm stock. Reduce if too thin. Whisk to recombine if separated. Prepare extra croutons for serving.
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Serving Suggestions
Serve in warmed bowls for best presentation. Perfect for special occasions when presented in bread bowls. Consider adding sautéed mushrooms or crispy pancetta as garnish.
Accompaniments
Fresh sourdough bread
Light green salad
Melted cheese sandwiches
This soup exemplifies how simple ingredients can create something extraordinary. The aroma alone draws people to the kitchen, and the taste never disappoints.
Perfect for cold evenings, this soup delivers warmth and comfort in every spoonful. Quality ingredients and proper technique yield exceptional results.
Remember that great soup requires time and attention, but the results are always worth the effort.
Garlic Soup Bowl
A velvety soup infused with garlic and French bread, topped with crunchy croutons for extra texture.
Ingredients
→ Soup Base
→ Seasonings
→ Finishing
→ Croutons
Steps
Set your oven to 350°F and let it preheat. Mix the bread pieces with the melted butter that’s been combined with garlic, salt, and the basil. Bake for 15 minutes, stirring everything around halfway through.
Cook the onions in some olive oil along with the thyme, salt, pepper, and bay leaves until the onions are browned. Toss in the garlic for a minute or two at the end.
Mix in the chicken broth. Bring everything to a boil and then lower the heat to let it simmer for about 15 minutes. Don’t forget to take out the bay leaves when it’s done.
Stir in the bread cubes and pour in the heavy cream. Cook for five minutes, letting the bread soak up the liquid.
Use an immersion blender to smooth out the soup. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until it’s evenly mixed. Serve it up and top each bowl with those crunchy croutons.
Notes
- You’ll need an immersion blender for this recipe
- Pairs great with grilled cheese for dipping!
- The older and slightly stale bread works best
Required Tools
- A large pot for cooking
- An immersion blender or food processor for blending
- A sheet pan or baking tray
- A garlic press for fresh garlic
Allergy Information
Check each ingredient for potential allergens and consult a healthcare professional if needed.
- Includes dairy items like cream and cheese
- Bread in this recipe contains gluten
Nutritional Facts (per serving)
These details are provided for informational purposes and aren't a substitute for medical advice.
- Calories: 387
- Fats: 11.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 50.5 g
- Proteins: 20.2 g