IÁCUB - Sopa Crema de Ajo - VideoRecetas II.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile with a higher smoke point.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Spinach adds nutrients while dried herbs are more economical.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in paprika and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add bread cubes and stir to coat with oil and spices.

Pour in chicken broth and water; add bay leaves and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Remove bay leaves and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.

Return the soup to low heat and stir in cream until warmed through.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.

Cooking Techniques

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