Creamy Onion Soup Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🍳 Cook Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this homemade Creamy Onion Soup, a recipe developed and cherished by its creator. With hints of nostalgia reminiscent of Philadelphia’s Bookbinder’s Restaurant’s famous snapping turtle soup, this dish is sure to delight your taste buds. Plus, any leftovers can be easily stored in the refrigerator and reheated for several days, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 1/4 cup |
| Onions | 5 |
| Beef broth | 5 cups |
| Dried celery leaves | 1/2 tsp |
| Dried celery flakes | 1 tsp |
| Potato | 1 |
| Cream sherry | 3/4 cup |
| Vinegar | 4 tbsp |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp |
| Heavy whipping cream | 1 cup |
| Dried parsley flakes | 1 tbsp |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base:
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
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Cook the Onions:
- Add the quartered onions, beef broth, dried celery leaves or flakes, and quartered potato to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes until the onions and potato are tender.
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Blend the Soup:
- Carefully transfer the cooked mixture to a blender in batches.
- Puree the mixture until smooth, taking care not to overfill the blender to prevent splattering.
- Transfer each batch of pureed soup to another large pot until all the soup has been blended.
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Flavor Infusion:
- Stir in the cream sherry, vinegar, and sugar into the blended soup.
- Bring the soup to a boil once again, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Final Touches:
- Add the heavy whipping cream, dried parsley flakes, salt, and pepper to the soup.
- Heat the soup over low flame for another 5 minutes, ensuring not to let it boil.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Ladle the creamy onion soup into bowls and garnish with additional parsley if desired.
- Serve piping hot alongside crusty bread or your favorite salad for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
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Storage Tip:
- Any leftover soup can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to several days. Simply reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave for a quick and convenient meal option.
Savor the rich flavors and creamy texture of this homemade Creamy Onion Soup, perfect for cozy nights in or special gatherings with loved ones. Each spoonful is packed with warmth and nostalgia, transporting you to a culinary experience reminiscent of beloved classics. Enjoy the comforting embrace of this delicious soup, crafted with care and infused with love.
