This hearty soup transforms simple Spanish onions and garlic into a luxurious meal through slow roasting. The high-heat roasting caramelizes the natural sugars, creating a deep, savory sweetness that forms the backbone of the broth. Infused with fresh thyme and a splash of brandy, the flavor profile is complex, warm, and inviting. It’s the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings, offering a robust texture and an aromatic aroma that fills the kitchen. Simple to prepare yet sophisticated in taste, this recipe highlights the best of Mediterranean cooking traditions, making it a satisfying choice for any occasion.
Roasted Onion-Garlic Soup
Description
This hearty soup transforms simple Spanish onions and garlic into a luxurious meal through slow roasting. The high-heat roasting caramelizes the natural sugars, creating a deep, savory sweetness that forms the backbone of the broth. Infused with fresh thyme and a splash of brandy, the flavor profile is complex, warm, and inviting. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings, offering a robust texture and an aromatic aroma that fills the kitchen. Simple to prepare yet sophisticated in taste, this recipe highlights the best of Mediterranean cooking traditions, making it a satisfying choice for any occasion.Ingredients
Directions
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Position oven rack at the lowest level and preheat oven to 450ðF (230ðC).
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In a large shallow roasting pan, combine the halved onions, sliced shallots, halved garlic cloves, and olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
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Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, until the onions and garlic are deeply golden brown and caramelized.
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Remove the roasting pan from the oven. Carefully pour 1 cup of the chicken broth directly into the hot pan.
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Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the pan, loosening and dissolving the caramelized browned bits (fond) into the broth.
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Transfer the onion mixture and the deglazed liquid into a medium-sized soup pot. Add the remaining 3 cups of chicken broth, brandy, and thyme.
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Bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer gently for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.
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Ladle hot soup into bowls and serve immediately, topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese and accompanied by toasted French bread.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 30.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 3.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 7.0g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
- Sugars 3.2g
- Protein 0.8g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
