Description
A creamy and comforting Parmesan Soup that wraps you in warmth, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Croutons or crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet or pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Incorporate minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in your vegetable or chicken broth, stirring to combine, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and whisk in the cream, ensuring it melds smoothly.
- Gradually add the freshly grated Parmesan, stirring constantly until it melts into the soup.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, along with your chosen herbs.
- For an ultra-smooth texture, blend using an immersion blender if desired.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with a sprinkle of Parmesan and croutons.
- Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy!
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor. For a lighter version, substitute butter with olive oil and heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Parmesan Soup, Comfort Food, Creamy Soup, Family Recipe, Italian Cuisine