Garlic Soup with Ham and Sage
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour
🍽️ Servings: 6
🥘 Cuisine: Ham
🔪 Category: Pork, Meat, Winter, Savory, < 60 Mins, Stove Top
Description
Garlic soup, a comforting delight perfect for warding off vampires or winter chills, boasts a rich, silky texture infused with robust garlic flavor. This recipe is a must-try for garlic enthusiasts but may not suit those averse to its pungent charm!
Ingredients
- 15 garlic cloves
- 3 slices country ham
- 1/4 cup prosciutto
- 5 fresh sage leaves
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
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Prepare Garlic Soup Base:
- In a large, heavy saucepan, combine garlic cloves and stock. Simmer over low heat until garlic cloves are soft, approximately 30 minutes. If using large cloves, peel them first to ensure they soften adequately.
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Puree Garlic Mixture:
- Allow the garlic and stock mixture to cool slightly. Puree it using a fine-mesh disk of a food mill or a food processor until smooth.
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Strain and Set Aside:
- Press the pureed mixture through a sieve back into the saucepan. Set aside for later use.
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Prepare Ham-Sage Butter:
- Finely chop country ham and sage leaves together. Place them in a bowl and add butter, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended. Set aside.
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Prepare Cream Mixture:
- In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream and egg yolks until combined. Set aside.
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Combine and Thicken Soup:
- Bring the garlic soup base to a boil. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in the cream mixture until the soup slightly thickens. If the soup doesn’t thicken as desired, return it to low heat for 1 minute, whisking constantly. Avoid boiling.
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Serve:
- Ladle the hot soup into warm soup plates. Spoon an equal amount of ham-sage butter into the center of each serving.
Enjoy!
Indulge in the delightful flavors of garlic-infused soup complemented by the savory essence of ham and sage. This dish promises to warm both body and soul during chilly winter days. Perfect for a cozy meal at home or as a starter for a special gathering, this garlic soup is sure to impress with its rich flavors and comforting appeal.
