Craving a cure that’s as comforting as it is healing? Dive into a steaming bowl of Garlic Soup—your ultimate remedy for everything from pesky colds to brutal hangovers. Packed with immune-boosting power and soul-soothing warmth, this isn’t just soup; it’s a hug in a bowl for your body and mind.
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Serves: 4-6
Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 1 hour
Ingredients
For the Broth:
- 2 large heads garlic, cloves separated (unpeeled)
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 3 whole cloves
- ½ tsp dried sage
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- 3 sprigs fresh parsley
- Pepper, to taste
To Finish:
- 2 cups low-sodium tomato juice (e.g., V8)
- ¾ cup small pasta (alphabet, orzo, or shells)
- 3 egg yolks, beaten
- 6-8 garlic croutons
- 4-6 oz sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- Fresh parsley/cilantro, minced (for garnish)
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced (optional)
Directions
1. Make Garlic Broth
- In a large pot, combine garlic cloves, stock, cloves, sage, thyme, parsley, and pepper.
- Simmer uncovered for 45-60 mins on medium-low heat.
- Strain broth, pressing garlic cloves through the sieve to extract purée. Discard peels/herbs.
2. Build the Soup
- Return broth to pot; stir in tomato juice and bring to a boil.
- Add pasta; cook until al dente (5-10 mins, depending on shape).
3. Thicken & Serve
- Temper egg yolks: Whisk a ladle of hot broth into yolks, then stir mixture back into the pot. Soup will thicken slightly.
- Assemble bowls: Place 1 crouton and a handful of cheese in each bowl. Ladle hot soup over top.
- Garnish with avocado and herbs.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Deep Garlic Flavor: Slow-simmered cloves mellow into sweetness.
- Comforting Twist: Like French onion soup meets garlic bread!
- Customizable: Swap pasta for rice or omit cheese for vegan version.
Pair with: A crisp green salad.
Tip: For extra richness, stir in a splash of cream with the egg yolks. 🧄🍲
