Onion Garlic Soup
Warm up with the irresistible depth of flavor in this comforting Onion Garlic Soup, a perfect marriage of rich caramelized yellow onions and nutty roasted garlic. This recipe combines the velvety texture of slow-cooked onions with aromatic thyme and a savory broth for a dish that’s both hearty and elegant. Optional additions like a splash of heavy cream add a luxurious touch, while crusty bread and grated Parmesan complete this satisfying bowl of goodness. Whether you’re seeking a cozy starter or a light yet flavorful dinner, this soup is a simple yet gourmet way to enjoy classic pantry staples. Ready in just over an hour, this one-pot wonder is the ultimate go-to for soup lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Yellow onions
- 8 Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 6 cups Vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Thyme (fresh or dried)
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream (optional)
- 4 slices Crusty bread (optional, for serving)
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions. Set aside.
Peel 8 garlic cloves and slice them in half lengthwise.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter melts.
Add the sliced onions to the pot and stir to coat them in the oil and butter. Cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.
While the onions are cooking, preheat a small skillet over medium-low heat and dry-roast the garlic cloves for 3-4 minutes, turning them occasionally, until fragrant and lightly browned.
Once the onions are caramelized, add the roasted garlic to the pot and stir to combine.
Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and add the thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate the flavors.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
If using, stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 5 more minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Ladle the onion garlic soup into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread and grated Parmesan, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.7 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.6 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 243 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 9695 mg | 422% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.1 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.8 g | ||
| Protein | 62.5 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1054 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1576 mg | 34% | |
*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.
