Description
Garlic and Herb Country Soup is a comforting and hearty dish, perfect for chilly days. This creamy soup is packed with vegetables, garlic, and herbs, making it a delightful meal.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup crusty bread, cubed
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring the soup back to a gentle simmer.
- Add the cubed bread and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is melted and the bread is softened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk or almond milk.
- Add cooked chicken or white beans for extra protein and heartiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg