Country French Garlic Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
2 whole heads of garlic, peeled
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 onion, chopped
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2 tablespoons butter
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6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
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2 sprigs fresh thyme
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2 bay leaves
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Finishing
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4 egg yolks
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Crusty bread, for serving
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Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Sauté the onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Add the garlic cloves to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
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Pour in the broth and add the thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
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Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaves from the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and Parmesan cheese. Gradually temper the egg mixture by whisking in a ladle of hot soup.
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Slowly add the tempered egg mixture back into the soup, whisking constantly. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the soup to thicken slightly.
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Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
# Notes:
01 -
This soup relies on the mellow flavor of garlic that develops during cooking, not the sharp taste of raw garlic.
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The egg and cheese mixture (liaison) creates a silky texture while adding richness.