French Garlic Soup
Warm up with a bowl of French Garlic Soup, a comforting and velvety dish that highlights the rich flavors of garlic and fresh herbs. This delightful soup is perfect for chilly evenings, serving as an impressive starter for dinner parties or a cozy weeknight meal. Thickened with a unique mayonnaise emulsion, it offers a creamy texture that is both satisfying and indulgent. Pair it with crusty bread or homemade croutons for an unforgettable culinary experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 64 ounces chicken stock
- Small bunch fresh sage
- 1 large head of garlic
- 2/3 cup olive oil (or preferred vegetable oil)
- 1 large egg, separated
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat the chicken stock with sage until simmering gently.
- Prepare the garlic by removing skins and slicing cloves in half lengthwise to remove any bitter shoots.
- Boil the garlic cloves in water for 3–4 minutes until softened, then drain and mash finely.
- Add mashed garlic to the simmering stock and continue to simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a small jar, combine egg yolk, mustard, salt, and oil; blend with an immersion blender until emulsified.
- Strain the soup if desired for a smoother texture; return to heat.
- Temper the mayonnaise with a ladle of hot soup before whisking it into the pot.
- Heat through gently without boiling; serve warm topped with croutons and garnishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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