French Garlic Soup
Making French Garlic Soup
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bay leaf
2 heads of garlic, peeled and cloves left whole
1.5 liters low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
4 large egg yolks
60 g grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup stale bread, cubed (for serving)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
Sauté Garlic and Onions: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the whole garlic cloves and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are soft and lightly golden. Add the chopped onion and cook for an additional 5 minutes until translucent.
Simmer the Soup: Add the broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the garlic is very soft. Remove the bay leaf.
Purée: Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a stand blender to purée until smooth. Return the soup to the pot if needed.
Thicken with Egg Yolks and Parmesan: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and grated Parmesan. Gradually stir in a bit of the hot soup to temper the eggs, stirring continuously. Slowly add this mixture back into the soup, stirring over low heat without bringing it to a boil.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with bread cubes and chopped fresh parsley.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 4
