Description
Rustic French Country Garlic Soup delivers comfort straight from Provence’s kitchen, blending simple ingredients into a soul-warming bowl. Hearty garlic, fragrant herbs, and crusty bread create a classic peasant dish you’ll savor with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 heads garlic, peeled
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Dairy and Eggs:
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter and oil over medium heat, gently sweating onions until translucent and tender, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic to the aromatic mixture, allowing it to release its fragrant essence for 2-3 minutes without browning.
- Pour chicken broth into the pot, accompanied by fresh thyme sprigs and bay leaves, bringing the liquid to a robust boil before reducing to a gentle simmer.
- Allow the soup to slowly develop its flavors, simmering uncovered for 25-30 minutes, then carefully remove and discard the herb sprigs.
- Season the soup with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and well-integrated.
- Gradually temper the egg mixture by slowly introducing a small amount of hot soup, stirring constantly to prevent curdling.
- Return the tempered egg mixture to the soup pot, stirring continuously and simmering for an additional 4-5 minutes until the soup reaches a luxurious, slightly thickened consistency.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Gently sauté onions and garlic to release their sweet, mellow flavors without burning, which can make the soup bitter.
- Use fresh thyme and bay leaves for a more aromatic and authentic French countryside taste, avoiding dried herbs if possible.
- Temper egg yolks carefully by slowly adding hot soup to prevent scrambling, creating a silky, smooth texture that elevates the soup’s richness.
- Adjust the soup’s consistency by adding more broth if it becomes too thick, ensuring a luxurious yet light-bodied final dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 157 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg