Recipe: Onion & Beer Soup ๐ฒ
Description: Lighter than the traditional version & quick to make! If, like me, you’re not a beer drinker – I suggest using a light beer – like Molson’s Canadian!!!!!!!
Category: Clear Soup
Keywords: Cheese, Onions, Vegetable, Canadian, Winter, Broil/Grill, < 60 Mins, Oven, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy
Servings: 4
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Onions |
| 4 | Sugar |
| 1 | Flour |
| 1 | Dark beer |
| 1 | Fresh parsley |
| 3 | Gruyere cheese |
| 4 | Chicken stock |
| 2 | Toast slices |
| 2 | Olive oil |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 636
- Fat Content: 28.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 64.8mg
- Sodium Content: 836.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 62.8g
- Fiber Content: 4.3g
- Sugar Content: 13.2g
- Protein Content: 28.3g
Instructions:
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Prepare Onions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sugar. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes or until the onions are slightly colored.
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Add Flour: Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir until well combined.
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Incorporate Beer: Slowly pour in the dark beer, followed by the chicken stock. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Prepare Soup Bowls: While the soup is simmering, preheat your broiler. Place toast slices in ovenproof soup bowls.
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Assemble: Ladle the hot soup into each bowl over the toast slices. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and top with grated Gruyere cheese.
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Broil: Place the filled soup bowls under the broiler for a couple of minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve: Carefully remove the bowls from the oven and serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
This Onion & Beer Soup is a comforting dish, perfect for cold winter nights. The combination of caramelized onions, hearty beer broth, and gooey melted cheese creates a savory and satisfying flavor profile that will warm you from the inside out. Whether you’re a beginner cook or a seasoned chef, this easy recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
