Soup a L’aille

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 15
Soup a L'aille recipe
in Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hr 20 min

Ready In

1 hr 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 large heads of garlic
2 cups boiling water
2 quarts cold water
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon sage
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 sprigs parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 large egg yolks
4 tablespoons melted butter
6 -8 pieces French bread , toasted & buttered
1/2 cup grated swiss cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
256
Sugar
2g
Fat
21g
Soup a L'aille, or garlic soup, is a traditional French soup that is perfect for cold weather or anytime you're in the mood for a hearty and aromatic meal. This soup is made with roasted garlic, water, salt, pepper, cloves, sage, thyme, parsley, olive oil, egg yolks, butter, French bread, and Swiss cheese. The combination of these ingredients creates a soup with a unique flavor and aroma that is both comforting and satisfying. Whether you're serving it to family or guests, Soup a L'aille is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.Cut the tops off each garlic head, exposing the cloves. Place them both in a small baking dish and add the boiling water. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
3.Remove the garlic from the oven and let it cool for 15 minutes.
4.Squeeze the garlic from each clove into a large soup pot. Add the cold water, salt, pepper, cloves, sage, thyme, parsley, and olive oil to the pot.
5.Bring the soup to a boil and reduce the heat. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
6.In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks. Add the melted butter and stir to combine.
7.Slowly add 1 cup of the hot soup into the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
8.Gradually pour the egg mixture back into the pot with the hot soup, stirring constantly.
9.Cook for an additional 5 minutes over medium heat. Do not boil.
10.To serve, ladle soup into individual bowls and top each with a piece of toasted and buttered French bread. Sprinkle swiss cheese on top of bread, if desired.

PROS

Soup a L’aille is easy to make and has a unique flavor derived from roasted garlic and spices.

It can be a healthy option for those looking to add antioxidant-rich garlic to their diet.

CONS

The soup has a very strong garlic flavor that may not be for everyone.

Some may find the texture too thin or watery for their liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Garlic has been linked to several health benefits, including improved heart health, lowered blood pressure, and stronger immune function.
It is also rich in antioxidants that can help prevent oxidative damage to cells.

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