Velvelette Onion and Cider Soup

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 238.0
  • Total Fat: 15.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 84.2 mg
  • Total Carbs: 23.8 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.7 g
  • Protein: 3.4 g

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Introduction

Cook this slowly to make the onions deliciously sweet and tender! Cook this slowly to make the onions deliciously sweet and tender!
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    4 tablespoons olive oil,
    1kg large onions, thinly sliced,
    3 large garlic cloves, crushed,
    6 fl oz dry cider - french is best! ,
    2 teaspoons of fresh or one teaspoon of dried thyme,
    1/2 teaspoon of dried sage,
    800ml vegetable stock made with 1 1/2 cubes,
    1 tablelspoon light soy sauce,
    Freshly ground pepper.

Tips

To make this meal even more delicious, top with slices of lightly toasted french bread with or without melted cheese.


Directions

Heat the oil and cook the onions, covered,
over a low heat for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then turn up the heat and saute until the onions start to colour. Add the thyme, sage, garlic, pepper, cider and bring to the boil. Boil for 5 minutes to reduce the cider by half. ff the stock and simmer for 30 minutes. Then, add the soy sauce and puree half the soup mixture in a blender. Return to the pan and reheat - adding more water if necessary to adjust thickness. Ladle into bowls and serve.

Serving Size: Serves 4.

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user VELVELETTEGIRL.