ONION SOUP, PURE YUMMY FOR YOUR TUMMY!

It’s finally cool here in the Sunshine State.  We are at a high of 65 or so with a low in the 40’s tonight.  To say that I am excited is beyond an understatement.  After another scorching summer we are finally getting some cool weather.  The kiddos and I were talking and I realized it has been over 5 years since we had a good and cold winter.  Maybe this will be the year for it.  If so, I can promise you this yummy soup will be on the menu!!

This soup is simple, filling, full of awesome flavor, and worth the 2+ hour cooking time it takes to make this so worth the end results.  The steps are relatively simple and the  end result is a soup that has been kid tested and husband approved!  Add to that the fact that there is no meat and it’s a great budget friendly option as well!

First step in the process is to gather the necessary supplies.  All you need is onions, beef bouillon cubes, water, garlic, salt and pepper, a little flour, some heavy cream and your favorite cheese.  That’s it!  Now onto the process!

First bring your water to a boil with the bouillon cubes for 15 minutes.  Add the onion and the garlic simmering away for about 45 minutes.  Add the salt and pepper and simmer away for 30 more minutes.  

Next add the flour and water mixture, simmering for 30 more minutes.

Lastly add your cream and cheese.  I like to whisk until the cheese is really good and melted in.  Your done, now it's time to enjoy and serve some yummy soup.

Not only is this soup flavorful, but serving it with some bread (flakey bread as my kiddos call it), makes it a great meal or a starter course for a fancy dinner party.  Trust me, your family and guests will thank you!

Onion Soup

Ingredients

2 quarts water                           8 beef bouillon cubes

2 large onions sliced                  2 garlic cloves minced

1 TSP salt                                 1 TSP pepper

2/3 cup flour mixed with 1 ½ cups of water to form a paste

8 oz heavy cream                       8 oz cheese (I like cheddar)

In a large pot bring 2 qts. water to a rapid boil adding the beef bouillon cubes.  Boil for 15 minutes.  Add the onion and garlic to the pot and simmer for 45 minutes.  Next add the salt and the pepper and simmer for 30 minutes.  Mix the flour and water paste and add that to the pot and simmer for an additional 30 minutes.  Finally add the heavy cream and cheese.  Whisk until thoroughly melted and serve with your favorite bread or croutons.