Place the butter in a large saucepan and melt over a medium heat. Add the garlic and leek and saute gently for 15 minutes until the vegetables have softened but not coloured.
Add the vegetable stock and parsley and simmer gently for a further 15 minutes.
Check seasoning and add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately with some croutons or crusty bread.
Notes
If you wish to make this soup Vegan, simply substitute the butter with olive oil.This is a versatile broth and can be easily added to. For example add potatoes or chickpeas if you want a heartier dish.
Nutrition Facts
Garlic Soup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 96Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 17mg6%
Sodium 1064mg46%
Potassium 66mg2%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Sugar 2g2%
Vitamin A 1000IU20%
Vitamin C 5.1mg6%
Calcium 29mg3%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
• Please note that the nutrition information provided above is approximate and meant as a guideline only •