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Country French Garlic Soup

Comforting Country French Garlic Soup for Cozy Nights

Enjoy this Country French Garlic Soup, a comforting and unique dish perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 cups chicken stock Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian alternative.
  • 1 handful fresh sage Can substitute with thyme or parsley.
  • 10 cloves garlic Consider using pink garlic for a milder flavor.
For the Mayonnaise
  • 1 cup mayonnaise Avocado is a great creamy alternative.
  • 1 cup olive oil Any neutral vegetable oil can be used.
  • 1 large egg Separate yolk and white for better consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Yellow mustard can be a milder substitute.
  • to taste teaspoon salt Adjust based on the saltiness of the stock.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Blender
  • fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Country French Garlic Soup
  1. Combine 4 cups of chicken stock and a handful of fresh sage leaves in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  2. Peel and halve 10 garlic cloves, removing any green germ. Boil in a small pot of water for 3-4 minutes until soft. Drain and mash until smooth.
  3. Stir the mashed garlic into the simmering stock and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  4. In a blender, combine 1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt. Slowly drizzle in 1 cup of olive oil while blending until thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Optional: Strain the soup through a fine-mesh sieve for an ultra-smooth finish, then return to the pot.
  6. Temper the mayonnaise by ladling a small amount of hot soup into it while whisking. Gradually pour the tempered mayo back into the soup, stirring gently.
  7. Serve the soup in bowls, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil, croutons, smoked paprika, and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using homemade or high-quality stock enhances flavors. Boiling the garlic softens it, making it sweeter. Strain for a silky texture but can skip if in a hurry. Incorporate mayonnaise gently; do not let soup boil once added. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

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