Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Roasted Garlic Potato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons, a delightful dish perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings. This creamy soup features sweet roasted garlic and tender potatoes, topped with crispy Gruyère grilled cheese croutons that add a playful twist and rich flavor. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet night in, this soup will surely impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With its easy preparation and versatile serving options, it’s not just a meal—it’s an experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole head garlic
- 1¾ pounds russet potatoes
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 1 leek
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 4–5 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 slices country-style white bread
- Grated Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the top off the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, season, wrap in foil, and roast for about 40 minutes until soft.
- Cook diced russet potatoes in boiling water until fork-tender; drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and leeks; sauté until softened.
- Stir in flour and cook for one minute. Gradually whisk in broth, milk, cream, thyme; season with salt and pepper.
- Add potatoes and roasted garlic to the pot. Blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
- For croutons, butter bread slices, add Gruyère cheese between two slices, cook until golden brown on both sides, then cut into croutons.
- Serve soup garnished with extra Parmesan and grilled cheese croutons.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg