Description
Country French Garlic Soup is a comforting and flavorful soup that highlights the sweetness and depth of roasted garlic simmered in a savory chicken stock. Finished with a silky emulsion of egg and olive oil, this rustic soup is a perfect starter or light meal with subtle herbal notes from sage.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 1 head of garlic, cloves separated and peeled
- 6 cups chicken stock (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
- 2 fresh sage leaves
- Salt, to taste
Emulsion Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic: Slice the peeled garlic cloves in half lengthwise; if they are large, slice into thirds or quarters to ensure even cooking.
- Make the Broth: In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced garlic, chicken stock, and sage leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes until the garlic becomes tender. Remove and discard the sage leaves afterward.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender, blend until smooth, then return to the pot. Keep the soup warm over low heat to prepare for the next step.
- Prepare the Emulsion: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and extra virgin olive oil until fully emulsified and slightly thickened, creating a creamy mixture.
- Thicken the Soup: Gradually whisk the egg and oil emulsion into the warm soup, stirring continuously over low heat. Be careful not to let the soup boil, as this could cause the egg to curdle. Stir until the soup thickens slightly and season with salt to taste.
- Serve & Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately. For extra garnish, top with homemade croutons or a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken stock.
- Be careful when adding the egg emulsion to avoid scrambling the egg; keep soup temperature low.
- Homemade croutons made from toasted baguette slices add a wonderful crunchy texture.
- Fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme complement the garlic flavor beautifully.
