Description
This Traditional Country French Style Garlic Soup is a warm, flavorful dish combining roasted garlic, smoked turkey bacon, fresh herbs, and creamy plant-based cream. Its rich smoky aroma and velvety texture create a comforting and rustic taste inspired by classic French countryside cooking, perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 150g smoked turkey bacon, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 8 fresh garlic cloves, roasted until golden and soft
- 2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Cream and Seasonings
- 1 cup plant-based cream
- 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoked Turkey Bacon and Vegetables: Chop the smoked turkey bacon into bite-sized pieces and sauté in a large pot over medium heat until crispy and fragrant. Add the finely chopped onions and cook until softened and translucent.
- Roast and Add Garlic: Roast the fresh garlic cloves until golden and soft, either in the oven or on the stovetop. Add the roasted garlic to the pot with the bacon and onions, stirring to combine the flavors.
- Pour in Broth and Herbs: Pour the vegetable broth into the pot. Add fresh thyme and parsley, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to allow herbs to infuse and flavors to meld.
- Blend and Add Plant-Based Cream: After simmering for about 20 minutes, use an immersion blender or regular blender to purée the soup to your preferred smoothness. Return the soup to the pot and slowly stir in the plant-based cream. Add the natural gelling agent sparingly to achieve a silky, luscious texture.
- Season and Finish: Season the soup with vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning to balance all flavors before serving hot.
Notes
- Choose quality smoked turkey bacon for a rich smoky flavor without excess salt.
- Slow-roast the garlic to enhance sweetness and smoothness.
- Use fresh herbs to brighten the soup’s flavor.
- Add natural gelling agent cautiously to avoid over-thickening.
- Blend the soup to your personal texture preference, from ultra-smooth to slightly textured.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350 ml)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: garlic soup, French soup, smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cream, roasted garlic, creamy soup, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
