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Garlic Bread Soup Recipe

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This comforting Garlic Bread Soup transforms classic garlic bread flavors into a creamy, savory soup. Made with toasted garlic butter croutons, fragrant herbs, and Parmesan cheese, this hearty soup is perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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Homemade Croutons

  • 2 cups French Bread, cut into 1″ cubes
  • 3 tablespoons Butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt

Garlic Bread Soup

  • 1 medium-sized Yellow Onion, diced
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 2 teaspoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • Dash of Black Pepper
  • 8 cups Chicken Broth or Stock (reduced-sodium)
  • 12 ounces Day Old French Bread, cubed
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare Homemade Croutons: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes. Melt the butter and minced garlic together, then drizzle this mixture over the bread cubes. Sprinkle with basil and salt, tossing to coat evenly. Spread the coated bread cubes on a baking pan in a single layer.
  2. Bake Croutons: Bake the coated bread cubes for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking. Once golden and crisp, set them aside for serving.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced onions, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 7 to 8 minutes until the onions start to brown. Then, add minced garlic and cook for another 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Simmer Soup Base: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes to blend the flavors. Remove the bay leaves before proceeding.
  5. Add Bread and Cream: Whisk the day-old French bread cubes and heavy whipping cream into the soup. Let the bread absorb the liquid by simmering gently for about 5 minutes.
  6. Blend Soup: Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until the onions and bread cubes are liquified, creating a smooth and creamy texture.
  7. Finish with Parmesan: Whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Serve the soup hot, accompanied by the homemade garlic croutons for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Using day-old French bread helps the bread absorb the soup liquids without becoming too mushy.
  • Adjust garlic quantities if you prefer a milder or stronger garlic flavor.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with a flavorful vegetable broth.
  • Adding the Parmesan cheese last ensures it melts smoothly into the soup without clumping.
  • Be cautious blending hot soup; use an immersion blender slowly and ensure the pot is stable.

Keywords: garlic bread soup, creamy garlic soup, homemade croutons, comfort food soup, French bread soup, Parmesan soup

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