Crouton-Topped Garlic Soup

“Pan roasting the garlic gives this soup a rich flavor, while a touch of cream lends body. The herbedcroutons enhance the soup’s taste and add texture, but it’s the freshly grated cheese...

Directions In a small skillet, cook garlic in oil over low heat for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the heat; set aside. In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook onions in...

Ingredients

• 20 garlic cloves, peeled
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 large onions, halved and sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• CROUTONS:
• 2 cups cubed sourdough bread, crusts removed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• TOPPINGS:
• 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley