Fresh Garlic Soup Gratinee

1. 1

   Slice the bread into 1-inch slices.

2. 2

   Place on a baking sheet and brush lightly with melted butter.

3. 3

   Bake at 325 for 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.

4. 4

   Turn the slices over, brush lightly with the melted butter and continue to bake until browned.

5. 5

   Separate the garlic into cloves and peel.

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   Place the cloves in a blender or food processor and process until garlic is pureed.

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   Melt the 3 T. of butter in a large saucepan over low heat.

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   Gradually add the pureed garlic.

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   Cook, stirring, 2 minutes.

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    Cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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    Check to make sure the garlic doesn't burn - use low heat.

12. 12

    Gradually stir in the flour to form a smooth paste; slowly stir in the chicken broth until the mixture is smooth.

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    Bring to a boil and season with salt and pepper.

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    Reduce heat and simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes.

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    Pour the hot soup into ovenproof individual soup crocks or casseroles.

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    Flatten 1 or 2 slices of toast and place on top of the soup.

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    Cover the surfaces completely with Swiss cheese.

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    Bake at 350 for 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese melts, then set the soup crocks under the broiler until the cheese browns lightly, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.