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Garlic Soup

A rustic Spanish-style garlic soup with a rich, savory broth and a hint of herbs. Simple, warming, and ready in under 30 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
220
Protein
6g
Garlic Soup
ComfortingWarmingSpanishGluten-FreeVegetableSmoothBrothyWeeknight

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 cloves garlic cloves
  • 4 slices day-old bread
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-low. Add sliced garlic and cook until golden, about 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in smoked paprika and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add bread cubes and toast for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Pour in chicken broth and add thyme sprigs. Bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Simmer for 10 minutes, then remove thyme. Season with salt and pepper.

  6. 6

    Blend soup until smooth using an immersion blender, or leave chunky.

  7. 7

    Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot
  • Immersion blender (optional)
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

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