CROUTON-TOPPED GARLIC SOUP

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"Pan roasting the garlic gives this soup a rich flavor, while a touch of cream lends body. The herbedcroutons enhance the soup's taste and add texture, but it's the freshly grated cheese that make this dish taste like heaven!"-Carolyn Kumpe, El Dorado, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

20 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large onions, halved and sliced
2 tablespoons butter
2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 cup heavy whipping cream
CROUTONS:
2 cups cubed sourdough bread, crusts removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
TOPPINGS:
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook garlic in oil over low heat for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the heat; set aside., In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook onions in butter until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes or until deep golden brown. Add the broth, thyme, bay leaf and reserved garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Stir in cream; heat through. Discard bay leaf., For croutons, place bread in a small bowl. Combine the oil, rosemary, salt and pepper; drizzle over bread and toss to coat. Place in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally., Divide soup among four bowls. Top with croutons, cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570 calories, Fat 46g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 804mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

MS GAMING
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of garlic and croutons. I always serve this soup with a side of salad and it's a perfect meal.


Jessica Swanepoel
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I'm not a big fan of garlic, but I really enjoyed this soup. The garlic flavor was subtle and not overpowering. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Etanuagbon Eromosele
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover bread. I used a baguette and it worked perfectly. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons were crispy. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Honeybhe aqoh
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful. The croutons add a nice crunch and the garlic flavor is perfect. I always make a big batch of this soup so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


meek mike
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of garlic and croutons. I always serve this soup with a side of salad and it's a perfect meal.


Banelle Manqoba
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I'm not a big fan of garlic, but I really enjoyed this soup. The garlic flavor was subtle and not overpowering. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Nawaz Khan
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover bread. I used a baguette and it worked perfectly. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons were crispy. I will definitely be making this soup again.


cool dude
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful. The croutons add a nice crunch and the garlic flavor is perfect. I always make a big batch of this soup so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Gordon Mananiso
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of garlic and croutons. I always serve this soup with a side of salad and it's a perfect meal.


Marqis Merriwether
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I'm not a big fan of garlic, but I really enjoyed this soup. The garlic flavor was subtle and not overpowering. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Raja Jan
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This soup is a lifesaver on a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting. I love the combination of garlic and croutons. I always make a big batch of this soup so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Zain Amjad
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I usually add a little bit of extra garlic because I love the flavor. I also like to use a variety of breads for the croutons. This soup is a great way to use up leftover bread


Ander Emiliano Santos Ponce
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover bread. I used a baguette and it worked perfectly. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons were crispy. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Vicky Booysen
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Tamcee Chiumia
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. It was creamy, flavorful, and the croutons were crispy. I served it with a side of salad and it was a delicious meal.


Jana Randall
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This soup is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love the combination of garlic and croutons. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Hezii Yegon
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I'm not a big fan of garlic soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Ssempijja Dan
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The soup was easy to make and it tasted delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Sab ka Boss
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This crouton-topped garlic soup was a hit with my family! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons added a nice crunchy texture. I will definitely be making this soup again.