Description
This garlic and sage chicken soup is a savory and fragrant dish that combines the richness of chicken stock with the aromatic flavors of garlic and sage.
Ingredients
- 1 large garlic head
- 1 tablespoon of dry sage
- 1 egg yolk
- 64 oz of chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic head to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap it in foil. Roast in the oven for about 30-35 minutes until soft and golden.
- In a large pot, combine the chicken stock, dry sage, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once the garlic has roasted, allow it to cool slightly. Squeeze the garlic cloves out of the head and mash them into a paste using a fork or a mortar and pestle.
- Add the garlic paste to the simmering chicken stock. Stir to combine, ensuring the garlic infuses the stock with its rich flavor.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and Dijon mustard. Slowly add a bit of hot stock to the yolk mixture, whisking constantly to temper the egg. Gradually pour the tempered egg yolk mixture into the soup, stirring to incorporate.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, stirring continuously until the soup becomes silky and smooth.
- Let the soup simmer for an additional 10 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or mustard if needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. You can garnish with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable stock in place of chicken stock.
- For a richer texture, add a splash of heavy cream after incorporating the egg yolk and olive oil.
- Add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for a spicy twist.
- If fresh sage is available, use about 2-3 tablespoons of finely chopped sage in place of the dry version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
