Caramelized Onion Roasted Garlic Bisque
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Caramelized Onion Roasted Garlic Bisque, a delightful soup that combines the rich flavors of caramelized onions and roasted garlic for a deeply satisfying experience. This creamy bisque is not only delicious but also light on calories, making it an excellent choice for family meals or cozy dinners at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large whole garlic head
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil (divided use)
- 9 cups about 4 large thinly sliced sweet onions
- 2 ½ cups about 2 medium sliced leeks (light green and white parts only)
- 1 teaspoon salt (divided use)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and roast the wrapped garlic head with olive oil for 1 hour.
- In a large pot, sauté sliced onions and leeks in olive oil for 30 minutes. Add salt and thyme; continue cooking until golden brown.
- Stir in flour, then add apple cider vinegar and vegetable broth; bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Blend the mixture with roasted garlic until smooth, then return to the pot and stir in milk; heat gently for 8 minutes.
- Serve garnished with fresh thyme leaves and ground black pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg