Roasted Garlic Soup (Printable)

A rich, velvety soup with slow-roasted garlic for deep flavor and comfort.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 3 large heads garlic
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
03 - 1 celery stalk, chopped
04 - 1 medium carrot, chopped

→ Dairy

05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

→ Liquids

07 - 4 cups vegetable broth

→ Seasonings

08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Garnishes

11 - Chopped fresh parsley
12 - Croutons or toasted gluten-free bread
13 - Drizzle of olive oil

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Slice tops off garlic heads to expose cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35-40 minutes until cloves are soft and golden.
02 - Allow roasted garlic to cool completely, then squeeze cloves from their skins and set aside.
03 - In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, celery, and carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are softened.
04 - Add roasted garlic cloves, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Cook for 2 minutes while stirring constantly.
05 - Pour vegetable broth into the pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
06 - Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until completely smooth. Alternatively, transfer soup in batches to a countertop blender and blend until smooth.
07 - Stir heavy cream into the pureed soup and heat gently for 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
08 - Ladle hot soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, croutons, or a drizzle of olive oil.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich, comforting flavor from slow-roasted garlic cloves.
  • Perfect for boosting immunity and warming up on cold days.
  • Easy-to-follow steps with a sophisticated gourmet result.
02 -
  • Always check broth and bread labels to ensure they meet your dietary needs for gluten-free options.
  • Roast the garlic heads ahead of time to save on preparation during a busy weeknight.
  • If the soup is too thick, add a splash more broth until you reach your desired velvety consistency.
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