Description
This Traditional Country French Style Garlic Soup is a rich and flavorful dish featuring roasted garlic, aromatic sage, and a creamy Dijon mustard and egg yolk emulsion. Perfectly comforting and elegant, it showcases the deep sweetness of slow-roasted garlic blended smoothly into a savory chicken stock base.
Ingredients
Scale
Garlic Preparation
- 1 large garlic bulb (peeled and sliced)
Soup Base
- 1 tbsp dried sage (preferably Spice Islands)
- Pinch of salt
- 64 oz chicken stock
Emulsion
- 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 egg yolk (room temperature)
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the sliced garlic bulbs on a baking tray and lightly drizzle with olive oil. Roast for 30 to 40 minutes until the garlic is soft and golden, which deepens its flavor and brings out a natural sweetness.
- Prepare the Soup Base: While the garlic roasts, pour the chicken stock into a large pot and bring it to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, add the dried sage and a pinch of salt, then reduce the heat to a simmer to let the flavors infuse.
- Mash the Roasted Garlic: Remove the roasted garlic from the oven and while still warm, mash it into a smooth paste using a fork. Warm garlic is easier to mash and incorporate into the soup.
- Make the Emulsion: In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk together with Dijon mustard until smooth. Slowly drizzle in the remaining olive oil while continuously whisking to create a creamy, stable emulsion.
- Combine and Serve: Stir the mashed roasted garlic and the emulsified egg mixture into the hot chicken stock. Whisk thoroughly to blend all ingredients. Serve the soup hot, optionally accompanied by roasted slices of baguette for dipping.
Notes
- Roasting garlic gently caramelizes its sugars, mellowing its sharpness and enhancing sweetness.
- Use extra virgin olive oil for a richer flavor in the emulsion and roasting step.
- The egg yolk-based emulsion adds a creamy texture without using cream.
- Ensure the egg yolk is at room temperature to prevent curdling when mixing with oil.
- This soup pairs beautifully with toasted baguette slices for a classic French approach.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: French garlic soup, roasted garlic soup, traditional French recipe, creamy garlic soup, sage soup, Dijon mustard soup, chicken stock soup
