Best 2 Caramelized Onion And Shiitake Soup With Gruyere Blue Cheese Recipes

Searching for a culinary adventure that combines earthy flavors, gooey cheese, and a soothing broth? Look no further than the delectable caramelized onion and shiitake soup with gruyere blue cheese. This soup is a symphony of sweet, savory, and umami, where caramelized onions lend a luscious sweetness, shiitake mushrooms add a rich, earthy depth, and the combination of gruyere and blue cheese creates a decadent, creamy texture. Served warm on a chilly evening or as a comforting meal anytime, this soup promises to tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for this irresistible soup.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMELIZED ONION AND SHIITAKE SOUP WITH GRUYERE-BLUE CHEESE

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From The Best of Cooking Light, March 2009. "Earthy shiitake mushrooms and pungent cheese toasts give this soup more heartiness than classic French onion soup. For a light main course option, pair with a simple green salad."

Provided by Julie Bs Hive

Categories Onions

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 bowls, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 cups sliced yellow onions (about 2 lbs)
5 cups sliced shiitake mushroom caps (about 10 oz whole mushrooms)
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 fresh thyme sprigs
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 (14 ounce) can reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can fat-free less-sodium beef broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
12 slices French baguettes, cut 1/2 in thick toasted
1/4 cup grated gruyere cheese
1/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

SOUP: Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and sauté 15 minutes or until almost tender, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and cook 40 minutes or until onions are a deep golden brown. Stir occasionally.
Increase heat to medium, add mushrooms, and cook 10 minutes or until they are tender. Stir frequently. Stir in garlic and thyme sprigs and cook for 2 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high and add wine to pan. Cook 2 minutes or until most of the liquid has evaporated. Add both cans of broth to pan and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes. Stir in salt & pepper and discard thyme sprigs.
TOASTS: Preheat broiler. Arrange bread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Top each piece with 1 tsp Gruyère and 1 tsp Gorgonzola. Broil 2 minutes or until cheese has melted. Sprinkle a little chopped thyme over each piece of toast.
TO SERVE: Ladle about 1 cup of soup into each of 6 bowls and top each serving with 2 pieces of toast.

CARAMELIZED ONION SOUP WITH BLUE CHEESE CROUTONS

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Classic onion soup gets even better with caramelized onions, silky cream and zesty croutons for the finishing touch. It's worth the time it takes to cook the onions for the wonderful depth of flavor.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories Onions

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
4 onions, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
salt and pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup dry sherry or 1/4 cup red wine
4 cups reduced beef stock
1 cup water
1 cup 35% cream
thick slices baguette
1/4 cup crumbled canadian blue cheese, softened

Steps:

In pot, melt butter over medium heat; add onions, thyme and 1/4 teaspoons each salt and pepper and sauté for 2 minutes or until starting to soften. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook, stirring often, for about 20 minutes or until onions are very soft. Uncover and cook, stirring often, for 15 to 20 minutes or until caramelized. Increase heat to medium-high; add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add sherry and bring to a boil, scraping up bits stuck to pot. Add beef stock and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and boil gently for about 10 minutes or until flavours are blended.
CROUTONS:.
Preheat broiler. On a baking sheet, lightly toast both sides of baguette slices. Spread one side with softened blue cheese.
To serve, stir cream into hot soup and season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into ovenproof soup bowls . Float one crouton in each bowl and broil for about 2 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383, Fat 27.3, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 87.9, Sodium 969.9, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 5.4, Protein 7.1

Tips:

Use a variety of onions. This will give your soup a more complex flavor. Try using yellow onions, white onions, and red onions.
Caramelize the onions slowly and patiently. This will help to bring out their sweetness and flavor.
Don't be afraid to add a little bit of spice. A pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder can really brighten up the soup.
Use a good quality Gruyere cheese. This will give your soup a rich, nutty flavor.
Serve the soup immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

Caramelized onion and shiitake soup with Gruyere and blue cheese is a delicious and satisfying soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The caramelized onions add a sweet and savory flavor to the soup, while the shiitake mushrooms add a meaty texture. The Gruyere and blue cheese give the soup a rich and creamy flavor. This soup is sure to become a favorite in your household.