Garlic Soup Recipe

Name: Garlic Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 heads garlic, peeled; 4 tablespoons butter; 2 carrots, peeled and grated; 1 medium potato, diced; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 stalks celery, chopped; 2 slices white bread, crumbed (thick slices); sea salt; fresh ground black pepper; 700 ml strong home-made chicken stock; 500 ml full-cream milk; 1 pinch dried tarragon; 125 ml cream

Servings: persons

2 heads garlic, peeled
4 tablespoons butter
2 carrots, peeled and grated
1 medium potato, diced
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 slices white bread, crumbed (thick slices)
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
700 ml strong home-made chicken stock
500 ml full-cream milk
1 pinch dried tarragon
125 ml cream

1
Heat butter in a large, heavy-based saucepan until foaming.
2
Add garlic cloves and vegetables.
3
Stir-fry for 2-5 minutes, then cover and cook very gently over low heat until all the vegetables are soft; 20 minutes.
4
Add breadcrumbs.
5
Stir with a wooden spoon from time to time.
6
Season with a little salt and pepper.
7
Gradually add first the chicken stock and then the milk, stirring constantly.
8
Continue cooking, stirring, until the soup comes to the boil.
9
Remove the saucepan from the stove, transfer the soup to a food processor or blender and puree until smooth.
10
Heat soup through, add tarragon.
11
Stir in the cream and serve in piping hot soup bowls.

1582

kcal

Calories

Fat

150

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 heads garlic, peeled, 4 tablespoons butter, 2 carrots, peeled and grated, 1 medium potato, diced, and more.

Yes, Garlic Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Garlic Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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