QUEEN VICTORIA'S BROWN WINDSOR SOUP
The very soup reputed to have built the British Empire and one that was oh-so-fashionable in Victorian and Edwardian times! This soup was served daily, until recently, in the dining cars of British Rail. This classic hearty soup was also very popular at the castle (Windsor) in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Queen Victoria was particularly fond of it, and it regularly appeared on state banquet menus. However, this recipe has not had very good press over recent years - drab tinned brands and indifferent, greasy soups served in some lower end restaurants have given it a bad culinary name! I hope to redress that with this authentic recipe from Windsor in Berkshire, England - home to the Royal Windsor Castle. A rich and hearty soup, this makes a meal in itself when served with crusty bread, scones or bread rolls.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Stocks
Time 2h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cut the lamb and beef into 1-inch cubes and roll in the flour.
- Place the butter in a large saucepan over a low to medium heat. (It is important not to turn the heat up too high since the butter burns easily. We want it to go brown, but not black!) Fry the meat off for 3 minutes and then add the rest of the flour and fry for a minute longer until the butter/flour is a golden brown.
- Now add the sliced vegetables and stir in the stock, Throw in the bouquet garni, partially cover the saucepan, and simmer for 2 hours.
- Puree the soup before adding the cooked rice if using; serve the soup piping hot with assorted breads and rolls. Traditionally a tablespoon of Madeira would be stirred into the soup at the table.
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Bilal kabir
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.
Divine Ojigwe
[email protected]This soup is to die for! It's so rich and flavorful, and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Mh Sagor
[email protected]This soup is amazing! It's so rich and flavorful, and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Ginger Waller
[email protected]This soup is delicious and elegant! It's perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in. I will definitely be making this again.
Krishna Ram
[email protected]This is the best soup I've ever had! It's so flavorful and comforting. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Jharana Rai
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.
Mushtak Jadgal
[email protected]This soup is to die for! It's so rich and flavorful, and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Bomo Evens
[email protected]This soup is amazing! The flavors are incredible and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Prince Atafah
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of soup, but this one is really good! It's light and flavorful, and the texture is nice and smooth. I'll definitely be making this again.
Kanchhi Tamang
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the rich flavor of the beef broth and the vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.
Lois Isimhanze
[email protected]I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It's a really hearty and flavorful soup, perfect for a cold winter day.
Myra Byrd
[email protected]This soup is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Sona blon
[email protected]This soup is amazing! The flavors are incredible and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Sita Senchury
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of soup, but this one is really good! It's hearty and flavorful, and the texture is nice and smooth. I'll definitely be making this again.
Khaleel Ahmed
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of flavors and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this soup again soon.
JJjubber Jabbr
[email protected]I made this soup for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the Madeira wine, which gave the soup a really nice depth of flavor.
Kuludhi Francis
[email protected]This soup is absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the texture is smooth and velvety. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.