AN ONION SOUP CALL'D THE KING'S SOUP

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This recipe is adapted from The Lady's Companion, a cookbook published in 1753, which was owned by Martha Washington.

Provided by Bonnie Lee

Categories     Other Soups

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large bermuda onions, thinly sliced
1 qt milk
1/2 tsp mace blades
1/2 c (1 stick) butter
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 egg yolk
chopped parsley
croutons

Steps:

  • 1. Place onions, milk, mace, butter, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook slowly for 30-40 mins., or until onions are very tender. Pick out mace blades & discard.
  • 2. Beat egg yolk in a small bowl, then add a little of the hot soup, beating constantly. Pour egg mixture into soup and cook a minute or two to thicken slightly.
  • 3. Sprinkle each serving with finely chopped parsley, then add a few croutons.

Imran Imran wattoo
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This soup is delicious!


Fandom Loving gurl
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This is the best onion soup I've ever had.


Onka Morake
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I love this soup!


samar tabet
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This soup is amazing!


Intesar Israk
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This soup is delicious! The onions are caramelized perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.


Arman Hakimzoi
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This is the best onion soup I've ever had. The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the onions are cooked to perfection.


Lay lay Hogan
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This soup is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the onions are cooked to perfection.


Dakota Jones
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I'm not a big fan of onion soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The soup is so rich and flavorful, and the onions are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


MTP124 LIFE
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This soup is delicious! The onions are caramelized perfectly and the broth is so flavorful. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.


Ibunkun Oluwa
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I love this soup! It's so simple to make, but it's packed with flavor. I always make a big batch and freeze it so I can have it on hand for a quick and easy meal.


Ree Fox
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This is the best onion soup I've ever had. The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the onions are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Stacy Bundi
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The soup is so flavorful and comforting, and it's perfect for a cold winter night.


XENDER repairs
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This soup is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the onions are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.