Description
Indulge in the warm flavors of Guinness Onion Soup, a perfect dish for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends. This comforting soup features sweet caramelized onions immersed in a savory Guinness broth, topped with crusty toasted bread and melted Irish cheese. With each spoonful, experience the delightful blend of rich flavors that make this soup a standout choice for family dinners or festive celebrations. Easy to prepare and ideal for sharing, Guinness Onion Soup will surely become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 large onions (peeled and thinly sliced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup Irish whiskey
- 1 1/2 cups Guinness
- 6 cups beef stock
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh thyme and bay leaf
- Baguette and shredded Irish cheese for topping
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions with a pinch of salt. Cook for about 45 minutes until caramelized.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Increase heat to medium-high, add whiskey, and scrape the bottom of the pan.
- Pour in Guinness and simmer until reduced by half.
- Add beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer for 30 minutes; remove bay leaf and thyme stems before adjusting seasonings.
- Toast baguette slices under the broiler until golden brown.
- Serve soup in bowls topped with toasted bread and shredded cheese; broil until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg