BUTTERY ONION SOUP

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Several years back, I needed ways to use up 25 lbs. of sweet onions-and this recipe's one I came up with. I like making it for guests. Sometimes, however, I'll fix a half recipe just for me! - Sharon Berthelote, Sunburst, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups thinly sliced onions
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
1-1/2 to 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Croutons, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook onions in butter over low heat until tender and transparent, about 20 minutes. , Stir in flour. Gradually add broth and milk; cook and stir over medium heat until bubbly. Cook and stir for 1 minute longer; reduce heat to low. Add mozzarella cheese and stir constantly until melted (do not boil). Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with croutons if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 600mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

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