Creamy Roasted Garlic Soup
Indulge in the velvety comfort of Creamy Roasted Garlic Soup, a rich and flavorful dish that transforms simple ingredients into pure magic. This recipe highlights the deep, caramelized sweetness of roasted garlic, combined with tender russet potatoes and a hint of onion for a perfectly balanced base. Blended to silky perfection and enriched with heavy cream, every spoonful is luxuriously smooth and satisfying. Ready in under an hour, this hearty soup is ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or as an elegant starter for entertaining. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh thyme for a fragrant, gourmet touch, and serve it alongside crusty bread for the ultimate pairing. Perfect for garlic lovers, this creamy soup is a must-try for anyone craving warmth and flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole garlic heads
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 medium russet potatoes
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 sprig fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the tops off the garlic heads to expose the cloves, then drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Wrap each head in aluminum foil and roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the garlic is soft and golden brown. Let cool slightly before squeezing the roasted cloves out of the skins.
While the garlic roasts, peel and dice the onion and potatoes.
In a large pot, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the vegetable or chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Add the roasted garlic cloves to the pot, then puree the soup using an immersion blender (or transfer in batches to a countertop blender) until smooth.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2100 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.5 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.8 g | 329% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 6124 mg | 266% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.8 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 596 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 3401 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
