Baked Onion And Apple Soup Recipe

Name: Baked Onion And Apple Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lrg onion - (abt 1 1/4 lbs) thickly sliced; 5 Tbsp. clarified butter - (to 6) see * Note; 1 c. sliced apples; 1/2 c. red wine; 1 Tbsp. Calvados or possibly brandy; 1 c. chicken stock; 1 c. beef stock; 1/2 c. water; 1/2 tsp dry thyme; 1/4 Tbsp. coarsely-grnd black pepper; 1/2 Tbsp. whole cloves; 1 x star anise; 1 x bay leaf; 1/4 c. apple cider (or possibly apple juice concentrate); 1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 6 x croutons - (to 8); 2 slc Cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1 lrg onion - (abt 1 1/4 lbs) thickly sliced
5 Tbsp. clarified butter - (to 6) see * Note
1 c. sliced apples
1/2 c. red wine
1 Tbsp. Calvados or possibly brandy
1 c. chicken stock
1 c. beef stock
1/2 c. water
1/2 tsp dry thyme
1/4 Tbsp. coarsely-grnd black pepper
1/2 Tbsp. whole cloves
1 x star anise
1 x bay leaf
1/4 c. apple cider (or possibly apple juice concentrate)
1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
6 x croutons - (to 8)
2 slc Cheddar cheese

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* Note: To clarify the butter for this recipe, microwave 1/2 c. (1 stick) of butter till melted, skim off the foam from the top, then pour off the butter and throw away any milky water on the bottom.
2
You'll have about 5 to 6 Tbsp..
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Cook the onions in the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat till browned, 15 to 20 min.
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Add in the apples and cook till softened, 5 min.
5
Deglaze the pan with the wine and Calvados or possibly brandy, scraping up any brown bits.
6
Add in the chicken and beef stocks, the water and the thyme; bring to a boil.
7
In a piece of cheesecloth, tie together the pepper, cloves, star anise and bay leaf to make a sachet.
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Add in the spice sachet and simmer on low heat for 30 min.
9
Add in the apple concentrate and balsamic vinegar and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Remove the sachet.
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To serve, divide the soup between two heavy, oven-proof soup crocks.
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Top each with croutons and a slice of cheese.
13
Brown under the broiler a couple of min before serving.
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This recipe yields 2 servings.

480

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lrg onion - (abt 1 1/4 lbs) thickly sliced, 5 Tbsp. clarified butter - (to 6) see * Note, 1 c. sliced apples, 1/2 c. red wine, and more.

Yes, Baked Onion And Apple Soup Recipe 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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Baked Onion And Apple Soup Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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