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French Garlic Soup

French Garlic Soup with Cheesy Crostinis

A comforting French Garlic Soup simmered to silky smoothness, topped with bubbling cheesy crostinis that deliver golden, crackling bites.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 42 minutes
Crostini Broiling Time 8 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine French
Servings 4 servings
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

Soup Base

  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 4 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 heads garlic thinly sliced
  • 1 stick cinnamon stick
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 leaves bay leaves
  • 6 cups chicken broth

Crostinis

  • 4 slices baguette
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter melted, divided
  • 1.5 cups Gruyère cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan-Reggiano shredded
  • chopped parsley for garnish
  • black pepper for garnish

Instructions
 

Soup Base

  • In a medium saucepan, melt 4 Tbsp butter with 4 Tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and stir frequently for about 7 minutes until edges are golden and aroma turns gently sweet.
    4 Tbsp unsalted butter, 4 Tbsp olive oil, 2 heads garlic
  • Tuck in the cinnamon stick, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves, then pour in 6 cups chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 25 minutes until fragrant and flavorful.
    1 stick cinnamon stick, 3 sprigs fresh thyme, 2 leaves bay leaves, 6 cups chicken broth
  • Discard the herbs and cinnamon stick, increase heat to medium-high, and simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes until the broth reduces to a silky consistency.

Crostinis

  • Preheat the broiler. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush with the remaining melted butter. Broil 2 minutes per side until golden.
    4 slices baguette
  • Top each slice with Gruyère and Parmesan-Reggiano, then broil 2–3 minutes more until the cheese bubbles and turns glossy.
    4 Tbsp unsalted butter, 1.5 cups Gruyère cheese
  • Ladle the soup into warmed bowls, float a cheesy crostini on top, and finish with parsley and black pepper.
    0.5 cup Parmesan-Reggiano, chopped parsley

Notes

Let the soup cool slightly before storing, but don’t leave at room temperature more than 2 hours.
Reheat gently on the stove over medium-low, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 165°F for safe serving.
Cheesy crostinis are best served immediately; if storing leftovers, keep crostinis separate to maintain crispness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 8g
Keyword Cheesy Crostini, Comfort Food, French Garlic Soup, Garlic, Garlic Soup
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