Apple, Sage, And Onion Soup With Cheddar-Bacon Crou

Name: Apple, Sage, And Onion Soup With Cheddar-Bacon Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 medium onions, sliced thin; 3 medium granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch slices; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 6 cups hearty chicken broth; 1 3/4 cups hearty beef broth; 1/4 cup dry red wine; 1 bay leaf; fresh ground black pepper; 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated; 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp, crumbled; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage; 1 French baguette, cut on the bias into twelve 3/4-inch-thick slices

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 medium onions, sliced thin
3 medium granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 cups hearty chicken broth
1 3/4 cups hearty beef broth
1/4 cup dry red wine
1 bay leaf
fresh ground black pepper
6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
6 slices bacon, cooked crisp, crumbled
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage
1 French baguette, cut on the bias into twelve 3/4-inch-thick slices

1
Heat the butter in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2
Add the onions, apples, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and stir thoroughly to coat the onions and apples in the butter.
3
Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions and apples are deeply caramelized, and the bottom of the pot is coated with a dark brown crust, about 30 minutes.
4
Stir in the chicken broth, beef broth, wine, and bay leaf.
5
Bring to a boil and scrape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to loosen the brown crust.
6
Simmer for 20 minutes to blend flavors.
7
Discard the bay leaf and season with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper.
8
Adjust the oven rack to the upper-middle position and heat the broiler.
9
Combine the cheese and bacon in a bowl and stir to distribute evenly.
10
Place oven-proof soup crocks on a rimmed baking sheet.
11
Stir the chopped sage into the simmering broth.
12
Fill each crock almost to the top with soup.
13
Top each crock with 2 baguette slices and sprinkle with some of the cheese-bacon mixture.
14
Place the baking sheet in the oven and broil until the cheese is bubbling and well browned, 2 to 4 minutes.
15
Watch the soup carefully, because once the cheese is well browned it will quickly burn.
16
Serve immediately.

1120

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

141

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 3 medium onions, sliced thin, 3 medium granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch slices, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Apple, Sage, And Onion Soup With Cheddar-Bacon Croutons falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Apple, Sage, And Onion Soup With Cheddar-Bacon Croutons

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