Garlic Bread Soup

For the Homemade Croutons: Preheat oven to 175C. Mix the butter, garlic, basil and salt. Drizzle the mixture over the french bread, making sure that everything is covered. Place in a baking sheet in a single layer. Baked for 15 minutes until golden. Set aside.

For the Garlic Bread Soup: Heat oil in a pot and saute onion, thyme, bay leaves, salt and pepper for 5 minutes or until onion have soften and slightly caramelized. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Add chicken broth and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove bay leaves and add the french bread and heavy whipping cream. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.i

Using an immersion blender, blend until smooth.

Serve with Parmesan cheese and the homemade croutons on top.