Rich Garlic Soup with Spinach and Pasta Shells

Name: Rich Garlic Soup with Spinach and Pasta Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 heads garlic; 2 quarts water; 1 tablespoon olive oil; A bouquet garni made with a bay leaf, a couple of sprigs each thyme and parsley, and a fresh sage leaf; Salt to taste; 1/2 cup small macaroni shells; 6 1/2-inch thick slices country bread, toasted and rubbed with a cut clove of garlic; 2 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated (1/2 cup, tightly packed); 4 egg yolks; 1 6-ounce bag baby spinach

Servings: persons

1
Bring a medium saucepan full of water to a boil.
2
Fill a bowl with ice and water.
3
Separate the head of garlic into cloves and drop them into the boiling water.
4
Blanch for 30 seconds, then transfer to the ice water.
5
Allow to cool for a few minutes, then drain and remove the skins from the garlic cloves.
6
Theyll be loose and easy to remove.
7
Crush the cloves lightly by leaning on them with the side of a chefs knife.
8
Place the garlic cloves in a large saucepan with the olive oil, bouquet garni, and salt to taste, and bring to a gentle boil.
9
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 1 hour.
10
Strain and return the broth to the saucepan.
11
Taste and adjust salt, and bring back to a simmer.
12
Add the macaroni shells to the broth and simmer until cooked al dente.
13
Distribute the garlic croutons among 6 soup bowls and top each one with a heaped tablespoon of cheese.
14
Beat the egg yolks in a bowl.
15
Making sure that it is not boiling, whisk in a ladleful of the hot garlic broth.
16
Add the spinach to the simmering broth and stir for 30 seconds to a minute, until all of the spinach is wilted.
17
Turn off the heat and stir in the tempered egg yolks.
18
Stir for a minute, taste and adjust seasonings.
19
Ladle the soup over the cheese-topped croutons, and serve.

1077

kcal

Calories

Fat

188

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 heads garlic, 2 quarts water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, A bouquet garni made with a bay leaf, a couple of sprigs each thyme and parsley, and a fresh sage leaf, and more.

Yes, Rich Garlic Soup with Spinach and Pasta Shells falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!