Country French Garlic Soup: A Comforting Twist with Turkey Bacon
Experience the comforting flavors of Country French Garlic Soup with a twist of turkey bacon. This rich and flavorful dish warms the soul, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 1 head garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roast the garlic head wrapped in foil for 30 minutes until soft.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté bacon until crispy.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook until tender.
- Squeeze roasted garlic into the pot, then add chicken broth and thyme.
- Simmer for 20 minutes, then blend until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- This soup can be garnished with croutons or fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg