Name: Crispy Prosciutto Garlic Soup
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h 20 min
Total time: 1 h 50 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 4 heads garlic, whole; 6 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin; Sea salt to taste; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 3 large shallots, finely chopped; 3 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1 bay leaf; 3 cups chicken broth, low sodium; 2 cups heavy cream; 4 slices prosciutto di Parma, thinly sliced; Zest of 1 lemon, finely grated; Olive oil for drizzling, finishing quality; 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika; 0.5 cup torn fresh parsley leaves; Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil

Indulge in this velvety garlic soup, crowned with crispy prosciutto, a symphony of textures and flavors that elevates a simple soup to an unforgettable culinary experience.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes) Using a sharp knife, trim the top off of each head of garlic, keeping the bulb intact. Place each bulb in a square of Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil. Drizzle each bulb with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper and about 1 teaspoon of thyme leaves. Wrap foil around bulbs and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until garlic is very tender. (35 minutes) Open foil carefully by cutting along top with a sharp knife, allowing steam to escape; then open top.

02

Step

In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. (2 minutes) Add chopped shallots and saute on medium-high heat for 5 minutes, until softened and translucent. (5 minutes) Add potatoes, remaining thyme and bay leaf. Squeeze the soft roasted garlic cloves into the pot. Saute for 3 minutes over medium heat, allowing the flavors to meld. (3 minutes) Stir in broth and 1 cup cream. Bring to boil and then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally for 30 minutes or until potatoes are very tender. (40 minutes) Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes to cool. (10 minutes) Remove thyme and bay leaf.

03

Step

For the prosciutto, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes) Place slices flat on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown. (15 minutes) Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Break the prosciutto into small pieces and set aside. In a blender, puree soup in batches until smooth; return to pot. Stir in remaining cup of cream and bring to a simmer. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

04

Step

Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with crispy prosciutto, lemon zest, a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of smoked paprika. Finish with a few leaves of parsley.