Italian Garlic Soup
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There's something truly comforting about sitting down and eating a steaming bowl of delicious, homemade soup. It's a meal that warms your body and soul – especially now that the weather's turning on us! And while we all have our tried-and-tested soup recipes tucked away in our kitchen cupboards, we think it's high time we let you in on a little secret.
We've stumbled upon this exquisite Italian-style garlic soup that will have your taste buds singing for joy! This recipe combines the humble but flavoursome garlic with creamy potatoes, fresh leeks, and rich chicken stock. It serves six, so adjust the number of ingredients if you’re cooking for more or less!
So, without further ado, let's dive into this heavenly delight!
Ingredients:
2 medium potatoes
1 onion, chopped
1 large leek, washed and chopped
2 whole small heads of garlic, peeled
7 cups chicken stock
½ tsp dried thyme leaves
½ cup cream
½ cup olive oil
1 cup chopped parsley
6 slices of bread for croutons
Salt and pepper
Instructions:
First, find your trustiest heavy pot or saucepan, and warm it over medium heat. Add a generous amount of olive oil and introduce your prepared onion, leek, and dried thyme. Allow them to sweat and release their vibrant flavours, but be careful not to brown them!
It's now time for the star of the show – the garlic! Add it to the pot, and reduce the heat to low. Let everything mingle and cook together for about 15 minutes, creating a symphony of delightful aromas.
While your aromatic ingredients slowly cook, peel and dice your potatoes, then add them to the pot, along with the chicken stock. Season your hearty mixture with salt and pepper to taste, and then let it all simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes.
In goes the cream, adding a velvety, indulgent touch to our Italian masterpiece. Mix it well, then patiently blend the soup using a blender or a stick blender directly in the pot. Give it a taste to ensure the seasoning is just right.
And, of course — the croutons! Chop some bread into small cubes and fry them in a pan with olive oil over low heat. The slower you cook them, the crispier they'll become, making them the perfect bite-sized treasures to top your soup.
You're now ready to serve your Italian Garlic Soup to your eagerly awaiting taste buds (and perhaps any lucky friends or family members who happen to be around). Make sure to sprinkle some chopped parsley for that extra touch of freshness, and don't forget those crispy croutons!
So there you have it, our friends — a delectable Italian garlic soup guaranteed to become a family favourite. Enjoy it with crusty bread, good company, and perhaps a glass of wine for the ultimate comfort meal.
Buon appetito!
Here’s a video of the recipe for some added inspiration:
Source: YouTube/Recipe30
We sincerely thank member @Tamaya for recommending this recipe!
We've stumbled upon this exquisite Italian-style garlic soup that will have your taste buds singing for joy! This recipe combines the humble but flavoursome garlic with creamy potatoes, fresh leeks, and rich chicken stock. It serves six, so adjust the number of ingredients if you’re cooking for more or less!
So, without further ado, let's dive into this heavenly delight!
Ingredients:
2 medium potatoes
1 onion, chopped
1 large leek, washed and chopped
2 whole small heads of garlic, peeled
7 cups chicken stock
½ tsp dried thyme leaves
½ cup cream
½ cup olive oil
1 cup chopped parsley
6 slices of bread for croutons
Salt and pepper
Image Credit: YouTube/Recipe30
Instructions:
First, find your trustiest heavy pot or saucepan, and warm it over medium heat. Add a generous amount of olive oil and introduce your prepared onion, leek, and dried thyme. Allow them to sweat and release their vibrant flavours, but be careful not to brown them!
It's now time for the star of the show – the garlic! Add it to the pot, and reduce the heat to low. Let everything mingle and cook together for about 15 minutes, creating a symphony of delightful aromas.
While your aromatic ingredients slowly cook, peel and dice your potatoes, then add them to the pot, along with the chicken stock. Season your hearty mixture with salt and pepper to taste, and then let it all simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes.
In goes the cream, adding a velvety, indulgent touch to our Italian masterpiece. Mix it well, then patiently blend the soup using a blender or a stick blender directly in the pot. Give it a taste to ensure the seasoning is just right.
And, of course — the croutons! Chop some bread into small cubes and fry them in a pan with olive oil over low heat. The slower you cook them, the crispier they'll become, making them the perfect bite-sized treasures to top your soup.
You're now ready to serve your Italian Garlic Soup to your eagerly awaiting taste buds (and perhaps any lucky friends or family members who happen to be around). Make sure to sprinkle some chopped parsley for that extra touch of freshness, and don't forget those crispy croutons!
So there you have it, our friends — a delectable Italian garlic soup guaranteed to become a family favourite. Enjoy it with crusty bread, good company, and perhaps a glass of wine for the ultimate comfort meal.
Buon appetito!
Here’s a video of the recipe for some added inspiration:
Source: YouTube/Recipe30
We sincerely thank member @Tamaya for recommending this recipe!
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