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Velvety Roasted Garlic Soup: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe

A bowl of creamy white garlic soup topped with golden croutons, fresh thyme, and olive oil drops.
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Welcome! This recipe delivers a rich, creamy roasted garlic soup that feels like a warm hug. We use slow-roasted garlic and potatoes to create a velvety texture perfect for cozy winter evenings. This simple soup is a reliable favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large heads of garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and roughly chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Crusty bread or croutons, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top quarter off each head of garlic, exposing the cloves. Drizzle the exposed cloves with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Wrap the heads in aluminum foil and roast for 35 to 40 minutes until the garlic is soft and caramelized. Let cool slightly.
  2. While the garlic roasts, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes. Do not brown the onion.
  3. Squeeze the softened roasted garlic pulp from the skins into the pot with the onions. Stir well to combine the sweet garlic with the onions.
  4. Add the chopped potatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it is completely smooth and velvety. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a standard blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream. Heat the soup gently over low heat until warmed through. Do not allow the soup to boil after adding the cream. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Serve your rich savory soup hot, drizzled with a little extra olive oil, and topped with crusty bread or homemade croutons.

Notes

  • For an even richer flavor, roast the garlic ahead of time. The sweetness intensifies overnight.
  • If you prefer a thinner soup, add up to 1/2 cup more broth when simmering.
  • To achieve a truly velvety soup texture, ensure the potatoes are fully cooked before blending.

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