QUICK GARLIC SOUP

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This recipe can be prepared a day ahead and can easily be doubled or tripled. I garnish each serving with a dab of sour cream. By adding chicken and rice, you can turn it into a main course.-Kathy Schrecengost, Oswego, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 small onions, chopped
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3 garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken broth
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute onions in butter until tender, about 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Stir in cayenne.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 1085mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.