Creamy Garlic Soup (Kremová cesnaková polievka)
Kremová cesnaková polievka, or Creamy Garlic Soup, is a traditional Slovakian soup known for its rich and comforting flavors. This velvety soup is perfect for warming up on a cold day and is a popular choice during the winter months.
Ingredients
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
- Return the pot to the stove and heat the soup through before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large pot Immersion blender
Tools
Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the creamy garlic soup with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a side of crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a slightly less rich soup.
Cost
$10