Can I use roasted garlic in soup?

Absolutely. Roasted garlic is the star of this soup. It adds a sweet, mellow flavor that blends beautifully with onions and stock, making the soup creamy and aromatic. I always roast my garlic first—it completely transforms the taste.

What does roasted garlic do for your body?

Roasted garlic is gentle on the stomach but still packed with antioxidants and immune-boosting compounds. It can help support heart health and overall wellness while adding rich flavor to your meals.

What are the ingredients in garlic soup?

For this version, I use garlic, onions, olive oil, butter, stock, cream, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Optional crusty bread makes it even more comforting. Each ingredient plays a role in building depth, sweetness, and creaminess.

Is roasted garlic as strong as fresh garlic?

Not at all. Roasting mellows the sharpness, creating a softer, sweeter flavor. It’s rich and flavorful without the bite that raw garlic can sometimes have.

Roasted Garlic Soup

Description

Rich and creamy roasted garlic soup featuring sweet, caramelized garlic cloves, sautéed onions, fresh thyme, and a touch of cream. This comforting, aromatic soup is perfect as a starter or a cozy meal, delivering deep flavor with every spoonful.

Ingredients

4 large garlic bulbs

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided

2 medium yellow onions, diced

2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil for dairy-free)

6 cups chicken or vegetable stock

1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Sea salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional: crusty bread for serving

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Instructions

Roast the Garlic: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice ¼ inch off the top of each garlic bulb, drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, and wrap in foil. Roast for 35–45 minutes until soft and golden. Cool slightly, then squeeze cloves into a bowl.

Sauté Aromatics: In a large soup pot, melt butter with remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook for 5 minutes until translucent.

Build the Flavor Base: Add roasted garlic and thyme to the pot, stirring for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Simmer: Pour in the stock and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes to let flavors blend.

Blend: Use an immersion blender (or transfer to a blender in batches) to puree the soup until smooth.

Finish: Stir in cream, season with salt and pepper, and warm through without boiling.

Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve with crusty bread.

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 50 min
Category: Soup
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: American