Name: Deb's Garlic Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 large head elephant garlic; 5 cups chicken broth; 2 tablespoons butter, softened, or to taste; 4 slices bread; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste; 1 pinch smoked paprika, or to taste; Himalayan sea salt to taste; 1 pinch lemon-pepper seasoning, or to taste

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Deb's Garlic Soup

Jul 27, 2025
by Adrian Robel
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

15 mins
TOTAL TIME

25 mins
SERVING

4 People
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A comforting and restorative elixir, this Garlic Soup is simplicity itself, yet deeply satisfying. The gentle heat of the garlic melds beautifully with the savory broth, while the toasted bread cubes add a delightful textural contrast and a touch of indulgence. Perfect for a chilly evening or a moment of self-care.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 large head elephant garlic

5 cups chicken broth

2 tablespoons butter, softened, or to taste

4 slices bread

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

1 pinch smoked paprika, or to taste

Himalayan sea salt to taste

1 pinch lemon-pepper seasoning, or to taste

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

18 g
Cholesterol

25 mg
Fiber

1 g
Protein

5 g
Saturated Fat

4 g
Sodium

1762 mg
Sugar

3 g
Fat

8 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

5 mins

Peel and chop the garlic. (5 minutes)

02

Step

2 mins

Transfer the garlic to a medium saucepan, add the chicken broth, and bring to a gentle simmer. (2 minutes)

03

Step

10 mins

Remove the soup from the heat, cover with a lid, and let stand for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. (10 minutes)

04

Step

3 mins

While the soup is steeping, butter the bread slices and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and smoked paprika. (3 minutes)

05

Step

5 mins

Place the bread in a toaster oven and toast on a medium setting (5 or 6) until golden and crusty, being careful not to burn it. (5 minutes)

06

Step

2 mins

Remove the toast from the oven and use a serrated knife to cut it into small cubes. (2 minutes)

07

Step

1 mins

Divide the bread cubes evenly between 4 soup bowls. (1 minute)

08

Step

1 mins

Sprinkle the bread cubes with Himalayan sea salt and lemon-pepper seasoning. (1 minute)

09

Step

2 mins

Use a ladle to gently stir the soup, then scoop the broth and garlic pieces into the bowls, filling each one. (2 minutes)

10

Step

1 mins

Stir gently to mix the bread cubes with the soup, allowing them to soften slightly. Serve immediately and enjoy. (1 minute)

For a richer flavor, consider using homemade chicken broth.
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese on the toast, such as Asiago or Pecorino Romano.
If you don't have a toaster oven, you can toast the bread in a regular oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 8-10 minutes.
A drizzle of good-quality olive oil over the finished soup adds a lovely finishing touch.
Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference. For a milder flavor, use fewer cloves.

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