Soup a L Aille
Warm, rustic, and brimming with comfort, Soup à l'Ail, or garlic soup, is a timeless recipe that celebrates the simplicity of French country cooking. Infused with the bold, aromatic flavors of sautéed garlic, earthy bay leaves, and fresh thyme, this broth-based soup is elevated with delicately poached eggs and thick slices of toasted day-old bread. A generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a touch of indulgence to this otherwise humble dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this hearty soup is perfect for soothing chilly evenings or as a light yet satisfying meal. Easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients, Soup à l'Ail is sure to become a staple in your repertoire of comforting, flavorful soups.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 6 cups Water
- 2 pieces Bay leaves
- 1 sprig Fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 pieces Eggs
- 4 slices Day-old bread (sliced thick)
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Peel the garlic cloves and finely slice them.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the saucepan and sauté gently for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour in the water and add the bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15 minutes to infuse the flavors.
While the soup simmers, lightly toast the bread slices under a broiler or in a toaster until golden on both sides.
Crack the eggs into separate small bowls or ramekins to keep the yolks intact.
When the soup is done simmering, remove the bay leaves and thyme sprig.
Gently slide the eggs into the soup, one at a time, and poach for 3–4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
To serve, place a slice of toasted bread in the bottom of each bowl. Ladle the soup over the bread, ensuring an egg is included in each serving.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.6 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 412 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 4191 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.5 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 840 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 464 mg | 10% | |
*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.
