CREAMY CARAMELIZED ONION SOUP

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I love caramelized onions. I love cream soups. Why not combine the two? As a side note, caramelizing the onions takes a while. You don't want to burn them, you want to caramelize them. Be patient! :]

Provided by dysonr88

Categories     Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 medium white onions, chopped
6 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk, warm
4 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 large parsnip, chopped
4 ounces portabella mushrooms, chopped
3 red potatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Stir continuously until onions are caramelized (brown, but not burned), about 30 minutes or more.
  • Whisk in flour, cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add milk or half-and-half, whisk until smooth.
  • Add balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and broth. Let simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add vegetables, mix thoroughly, and let simmer for 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  • Turn off heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
  • Puree soup in batches until at least half of the soup is blended. Mix thoroughly.
  • Cook over medium heat until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.4, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 41.9, Sodium 608.3, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.8, Protein 6.3

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