Description
A comforting Rustic Country French Style Garlic Soup made with gently simmered garlic, aromatic herbs, rich broth, and finished with egg yolks and Parmesan for a silky, nourishing texture. Simple ingredients create a timeless, cozy dish.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 whole head of garlic, cloves peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 slices rustic bread, toasted
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the sliced garlic and cook gently for 2–3 minutes without browning.
- Pour in the broth and add dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 20–25 minutes to develop flavor.
- In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolks and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Remove soup from heat and slowly ladle a small amount of hot broth into the egg mixture to temper it.
- Gradually stir the tempered egg mixture back into the soup, whisking gently to create a silky texture.
- Place a slice of toasted rustic bread into each bowl and ladle hot soup over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add a splash of white wine while sautéing garlic for extra depth.
- For a heartier version, stir in cooked white beans.
- For a dairy-free option, omit Parmesan and egg yolks.
- Store leftovers (without bread) in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently over low heat to prevent curdling.
- Freezing is not recommended due to egg and cheese enrichment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
