Rustic Country French Garlic Soup

If there’s ever been a soup that feels like a warm hug from the French countryside, it’s this Rustic Country French Garlic Soup. With its roasted garlic aroma, creamy texture, and delicate herbal notes, this dish is pure comfort food at its finest. Whether you’re battling the sniffles or just craving something cozy on a chilly evening, this immune-boosting wonder will quickly become a family favorite. I still remember the first time I made this on a cold Sunday afternoon. The smell of roasted garlic filled the kitchen, the kind that makes neighbors “accidentally” stop by. And when that first spoonful hit the table? Silence—just the sound of satisfied sighs. That’s when you know you’ve nailed a French country recipe. So, if you’re looking for a creamy soup that’s equal parts elegant and easy, grab your thyme and let’s bring a little French countryside magic into your kitchen tonight.

Ingredients:
10 garlic cloves (about 50 g), whole and unpeeled
1 large yellow onion (about 150 g), chopped
4 cups (960 ml) vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
4–5 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
1 small baguette or 4 slices crusty bread (about 150 g), for serving
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh herbs or croutons, for garnish

Instructions:
Roast the Garlic: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice tops off garlic bulbs, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30 minutes until golden and soft.
Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook 5–7 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
Add Broth and Herbs: Squeeze roasted garlic from skins into the pot. Add broth and thyme. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
Simmer: Let the soup simmer for 15–20 minutes to develop flavor.
Blend: Remove thyme sprigs. Puree the soup using an immersion blender (or in batches in a regular blender) until smooth.
Add Cream & Season: Return soup to the pot, stir in heavy cream, and season with salt and black pepper.
Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with fresh herbs or croutons. Serve with slices of warm baguette.

Notes:
– Roast onions along with garlic for an extra caramelized depth of flavor.
– For a lighter version, use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream.

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