Hvidlgssuppe Garlic Soup

Warm up your soul with Hvidløgssuppe, a creamy and aromatic garlic soup that celebrates the bold, comforting flavor of roasted garlic. This Scandinavian-inspired recipe combines a generous base of 10 garlic cloves, sautéed to perfection with sweet yellow onion in a luxurious mix of butter and olive oil. Simmered with fragrant thyme and a hint of bay leaf in a rich chicken or vegetable broth, the soup is blended into a velvety consistency before being finished with heavy cream for an indulgent touch. Perfectly seasoned with salt, pepper, and a garnish of fresh parsley, this garlic lover's dream is ideal for cozy evenings. Pair it with rustic toasted bread to elevate this comforting bowl into a complete and satisfying meal. Quick and easy to prepare in just under an hour, this garlic soup is a flavorful yet elegant starter or a hearty main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 10 whole Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)
• 4 slices Rustic bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the garlic cloves and roughly chop the yellow onion.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted.

Step 3

Add the garlic cloves and onion to the pot. Sauté for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and fragrant (but not browned).

Step 4

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, then add the thyme and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender (or transfer the soup to a blender) to blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

Optional: Serve with slices of toasted rustic bread on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1603.5 grams (1603.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1843

Total Fat 123.80g	159%
Saturated Fat 65.40g	327%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 302mg	101%
Sodium 7090mg	308%
Total Carbohydrate 136.80g	50%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 9.10g
Protein 29.40g	59%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 160mg	12%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 655mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.6%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 30.8%