**Creamy, savory, and bursting with oniony goodness, cream of onion soup is a classic comfort food that's perfect for a chilly day.** Made with a simple blend of onions, butter, flour, milk, and cream, this soup is rich, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at your next gathering, cream of onion soup is sure to be a hit. This article features two delicious variations on the classic cream of onion soup: a traditional recipe made with beef broth, and a vegetarian version made with vegetable broth. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So grab a bowl and spoon, and let's get cooking!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ONION CREAM SOUP
My whole family loves this hearty soup, especially on cool autumn evenings. It's rich and creamy with a mild onion-cheese flavor. When I need an easy dinner, I stir up this soup and serve it with warm crusty bread and a crisp salad. -Janice Hemond, Lincoln, Rhode Island
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook onions in 3 tablespoons butter over medium-low heat until tender. Add the broth, bouillon and pepper; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat., In a large saucepan, melt the remaining butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add process cheese and onion mixture. Cook and stir until heated through and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
CREAMY VIDALIA ONION SOUP
This is a robust and creamy onion soup. The addition of egg yolks adds a lovely creamy texture.
Provided by MARBALET
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Onion Soup Recipes
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Add onions: saute until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in flour and salt, and mix thoroughly. Gradually add chicken broth, stirring constantly. Cover, and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes.
- When onions are very tender, stir in milk and cream. Heat through. Remove 1/2 cup soup, and mix in egg yolks. Slowly stir egg yolk mixture into soup in pan. Heat through, but do not allow soup to boil. Stir in paprika, black pepper, and red hot pepper sauce. Serve hot, and garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.9 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 199.3 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 820.9 mg, Sugar 13.1 g
CREAM OF ONION SOUP
When you're feeling blue or out of sorts, a nice bowl of soup may be just what you need. This recipe fits the bill!
Provided by yooper
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat.
- Add 9onions and saute until very tender and pale golden, about 25 minutes.
- Add garlic, and stir 1 minute.
- Add broth and potato and bring to boil.
- Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potato is very tender, about 25 minutes.
- Cool slightly.
- Working in batches, puree soup in blender.
- Return to pot.
- Stir in cream, sherry and thyme.
- Simmer about 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle with chives.
SIMPLE CREAM OF ONION SOUP
A recipe from a 3 or 4 ingredients recipe book I own. Great warm-up for cold days! I've substituted milk for the cream with no negative effects :)
Provided by Alison J.
Categories Onions
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt 6 tbsp of the butter in a large pan. Set about 1/5 of the onions aside and add the rest to the pan. Stir to coat in butter, then cover and cook very gently for about 30 minutes. The onions should be soft and tender, but not brown.
- Add the stock, about 1 tsp salt, and pepper to taste. Bring to the boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Let soup cool, then blend until smooth. Return soup to the rinsed pan.
- Meanwhile, melt remaining butter in another pan and cook remaining onions over low heat, covered, until soft but not browned. Uncover and continue to cook onions until they turn golden yellow.
- Add cream to soup and reheat gently until hot, but do not boil. Add buttery onions and stir for 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately.
CREAM OF ONION SOUP
Categories Soup/Stew Milk/Cream Dairy Onion Winter Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until very tender and pale golden, about 25 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Add broth and potato and bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potato is very tender, about 25 minutes. Cool slightly.
- Working in batches, puree soup in blender. Return to pot. Stir in cream, Sherry and thyme. Simmer about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 days ahead; chill. Bring to simmer before serving.) Sprinkle with chives.
CREAM OF ONION AND POTATO SOUP
This is a creamy, rich soup that is pureed to be really thick. It will keep you warm on those cold days. Try it with some fresh Italian or French bread, or garnish with croutons.
Provided by Charlie Swann
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large pot over high heat, combine the potatoes, onions and water to cover and boil for 30 to 45 minutes, or until tender. Drain the mixture, reserving 3 cups of the water. Transfer this in small batches to a blender and puree until smooth.
- In the same pot over medium heat, combine the flour and the butter, stirring together well, to form a roux. Slowly add the milk, stirring constantly, until well blended. Reduce heat to low and add the pureed potato mixture. Let simmer, stirring occasionally for 5 to 10 minutes. Add the parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 66.9 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
Tips:
- Use sweet onions for a more flavorful soup. Yellow or white onions can also be used, but sweet onions will give the soup a more caramelized and rich flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pot. If you add too many onions to the pot, they will not cook evenly and the soup will be watery. Cook the onions in batches if necessary.
- Cook the onions until they are golden brown. This will help to bring out their sweetness and flavor. Don't rush this step, as it takes time to caramelize the onions properly.
- Use a good quality broth. The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality one. Homemade broth is always best, but store-bought broth can also be used.
- Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You may also want to add a splash of white wine or sherry for extra flavor.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for cream of onion soup include croutons, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.
Conclusion:
Cream of onion soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a warm and cozy meal, give cream of onion soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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