ROASTED GARLIC-THYME SOUP

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Provided by Food Network

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 rib celery, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
1 large leek, well washed and chopped (including 2/3 of green part)
1 small bunch thyme
2 bay leaves
12 black peppercorns
2 quarts chicken stock, preferably homemade
1 large bunch thyme
15 cloves (approximately) roasted garlic, recipe follows
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 very thin slices French bread, toasted and rubbed with a cut garlic clove, for garnish
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
6 tiny sprigs thyme, for garnish
1 head garlic, whole and unpeeled
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan heat the olive oil over very low heat. Add the celery, onion, carrots, leek and thyme. Cook for about 30 minutes, until very soft and brown. Stir occasionally and keep the heat low to prevent the vegetables from burning. Add the bay leaves, peppercorns, and stock, increase the heat and bring the liquid to a boil. Immediately reduce the heat to very low and simmer, covered for 15 to 20 minutes. Strain the stock into a clean pan, pressing down on the solids to extract all their flavor. Discard the solids. Add the large bunch of thyme to the broth and simmer actively for 15 minutes. Strain again and add the roasted garlic cloves, cream, salt and pepper. Taste for seasoning and serve in heated cream soup bowls. Sprinkle the toasted croutes with a little Parmesan. Top each bowl with a toasted croute and a sprig of thyme.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. With a sharp knife, slice off the very top of the garlic, just to expose most of the cloves (this will make them easier to squeeze out after cooking). Make a doubled layer of aluminum foil about 6 by 6 inches square. Place the garlic in the center and bring up the sides a little to form a cup. Drizzle over the olive oil and add the oregano, salt and pepper. Bring the sides all the way up and twist together to make a firm seal. Place in the oven and roast for 20 to 25 minutes. Open the top so the garlic will stop cooking and set aside until cool enough to handle. Squeeze the garlic cloves out of their skins and discard the skins.

Rizvi Jee
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This soup is so good! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The roasted garlic gives it a wonderful flavor and the thyme adds a nice touch of freshness. I highly recommend this soup!


Kik Star
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I made this soup last night and it was a big hit with my family. The flavors are amazing and the roasted garlic adds a lovely depth of flavor. I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal.


Angela Schwarze
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This soup was delicious! I made it for a dinner party last night and everyone loved it. The roasted garlic and thyme gave it a really unique and flavorful taste. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Nicole Kalal
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The roasted garlic gives it a wonderful flavor and the thyme adds a nice touch of freshness. I highly recommend this soup!


Jesus Ms
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This soup is so good! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The roasted garlic gives it a wonderful flavor and the thyme adds a nice touch of freshness. I highly recommend this soup!


ZuBaiR SaQiB (Ali)
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I made this soup last night and it was a big hit with my family. The flavors are amazing and the roasted garlic adds a lovely depth of flavor. I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal.


Md Nasir hossain
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This soup was delicious! I made it for a dinner party last night and everyone loved it. The roasted garlic and thyme gave it a really unique and flavorful taste. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Jetho Bheel
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The roasted garlic gives it a wonderful flavor and the thyme adds a nice touch of freshness. I highly recommend this soup!


Jowayne Koopman
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This soup is so good! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The roasted garlic gives it a wonderful flavor and the thyme adds a nice touch of freshness. I highly recommend this soup!


alex habesha
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I made this soup last night and it was a big hit with my family. The flavors are amazing and the roasted garlic adds a lovely depth of flavor. I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal.


Bright Amoako
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This soup was delicious! I made it for a dinner party last night and everyone loved it. The roasted garlic and thyme gave it a really unique and flavorful taste. I will definitely be making this soup again.


van Cornelius
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The roasted garlic gives it a wonderful flavor and the thyme adds a nice touch of freshness. I highly recommend this soup!


Cotter Mason
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This soup is so good! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The roasted garlic gives it a wonderful flavor and the thyme adds a nice touch of freshness. I highly recommend this soup!


Muhmmad Tauqeer Tauqeer
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I made this soup last night and it was a big hit with my family. The flavors are amazing and the roasted garlic adds a lovely depth of flavor. I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal.


Ramesh Stha
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This soup was delicious! I made it for a dinner party last night and everyone loved it. The roasted garlic and thyme gave it a really unique and flavorful taste. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Khuzima Khan
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The roasted garlic gives it a wonderful flavor and the thyme adds a nice touch of freshness. I highly recommend this soup!


Elephant Saud
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This soup is amazing! I made it last night and it was a hit with my family. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the roasted garlic adds a lovely depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again.