Roasted Garlic Soup

Ingredients

• 1 head of garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cut the top off the garlic head and drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Wrap in foil and bake for 30 minutes.
3. In a large saucepan, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the roasted garlic cloves and sauté for a few minutes.
4. Add the broth, salt, and pepper, and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the cream and Parmesan cheese. Puree the soup until smooth, using an immersion blender or regular blender.
6. Serve warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Roasting garlic gives it a sweet and nutty flavor.
• This soup is a great way to use up leftover roasted garlic.
• It can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.