caramelized onion and water chestnut soup

White Springs, PA
Updated on Oct 3, 2012

I LOVE onions. It's a weird food fetish but my husband is okay with it. I put them on everything! This is similar to a french onion soup with some twists. I know it may seem labor intensive but It is definitely worth trying at least once if you happen to share the same love for onions as I do.

prep time 45 Min
cook time 50 Min
method ---
yield 7-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 large white onions
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 5 tablespoons butter, unsalted
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cans water chestnuts
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups fresh rye bread crumbs
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 5 ounces gruyere cheese, finely grated
  • 1 - bay leaf
  • 4 sprigs parsley or more if wanted
  • - sea salt and ground pepper

How To Make caramelized onion and water chestnut soup

  • Step 1
    Chop onions into 1/4 slices.
  • Step 2
    Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and chestnuts and saute, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, takes about 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Add wine, and cook until it evaporates. Add bay leaf and broths, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer- cover the pot with a lid, for about another 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
  • Step 5
    Meanwhile, heat oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add rye bread crumbs, and saute until crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; let cool. Add cheese and parsley, and toss with a fork.
  • Step 6
    Ladle the soup into bowls and then add the rye bread crumb, cheese and parsley mixture on top! Enjoy!

Discover More

Category: Breads
Category: Beef
Category: Other Soups
Keyword: #cheese
Keyword: #Rye
Keyword: #onions
Keyword: #wine
Keyword: #broth
Keyword: #parsley

Comment & Reviews

ADVERTISEMENT
Just A Pinch Sweepstakes