Best 8 Creamy Cheesy Onion Soup Recipes

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Welcome to the flavorful world of creamy cheesy onion soup, a comforting and delectable dish that is sure to warm your heart and soul. With its velvety texture, rich cheese flavor, and the perfect balance of sweet and savory notes, this soup is a true culinary masterpiece. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or an elegant dish to impress your guests, creamy cheesy onion soup is the perfect choice. In this article, we'll take you on a delicious journey, exploring the best recipes for this classic soup, guiding you through the steps of preparation, and sharing our expert tips and tricks to ensure a delightful and memorable dining experience. So, grab your aprons and get ready to immerse yourself in the delectable world of creamy cheesy onion soup.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ONION CHEESE SOUP



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I made a few adjustments to this savory soup recipe I came across in a community cookbook. It's rich, buttery and cheesy, plus it's so quick to prepare. -Janice Pogozelski, Cleveland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
4 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
Seasoned salad croutons
Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese and minced chives

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion in butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Stir in cheese until melted. Serve with croutons and; if desired, top with Parmesan cheese and minced chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 22g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CREAMY ONION SOUP



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My spin on Outback's Creamy Onion Walkabout soup...Please follow steps for the "white sauce" first...This tastes just like the restaurant!***The secret is the bay leaves...I found them in my soup @ Outback & knew that was the missing ingredient! This is the only recipe out there that includes the bay leaves!!!! This soup is my ALL TIME FAV!! (The WHITE SAUCE ingredients are the first 3 listed items on top) ENJOY!!!

Provided by Erin101378

Categories     Onions

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups sweet yellow onions (thinly sliced)
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth or 1 (15 ounce) can stock
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/4 cup diced Velveeta cheese, cubes (compressed in measuring cup)
1 1/2-1 3/4 cups white sauce
4 bay leaves (more or less if you like)
monterey jack cheese (to garnish, or a combo) or colby cheese (to garnish, or a combo)

Steps:

  • For the white sauce: In a 1-quart saucepan melt butter and add flour, cook on medium heat until the flour turns thick and comes away from the side of the saucepan. Pour milk in flour a little at a time and stir constantly. Mixture should thicken and become like thick pudding. Remember to stir constantly taking care not to let mixture lump, set aside off from heat until ready to use for the soup.
  • In 2-quart saucepan place 3 tablespoons butter and sliced onions. Cook at low to medium heat stirring frequently until soft and clear but not brown. Add chicken broth or stock from can, chicken bouillon cubes, bay leaves, pepper, and stir until completely heated through.
  • Add white sauce and Velveeta cheese to onion mixture. White sauce will be thick because it has been removed from the heat. Simmer on medium low heat until the cheese is melted and all ingredients are blended, stirring constantly. Turn temperature to warm and let cook for additional 30 minute to 45 minutes.
  • Serve with a garnish of shredded cheese(s), and a couple of slices of warm dark Russian Bread.

OUTBACK ONION SOUP



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This is our spin-off of the famous restaurant soup. It has a creamy consistency which is accentuated by Colby-Jack cheese. This is a very simple recipe.

Provided by EZEECAT

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Onion Soup Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 quarts water
8 cubes beef bouillon, crumbled
2 large onions, quartered and sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cold water
1 cup heavy cream
1 ½ cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy pot over medium heat, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Stir in bouillon cubes and let boil 10 minutes, until dissolved. Place onions in boiling water, reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Stir in salt and pepper and simmer 30 minutes more.
  • Stir the flour into 1/2 cup cold water to make a paste. Gently whisk this mixture into the simmering soup, being careful not to break the onions. Simmer 30 minutes more.
  • Stir in cream and cheese until cheese is melted and mixture is thoroughly heated. Thin with water if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with croutons, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 130.8 mg, Fat 39 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 25.3 g, Sodium 2741.1 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

CREAMY VIDALIA ONION SOUP



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This is a robust and creamy onion soup. The addition of egg yolks adds a lovely creamy texture.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Onion Soup Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 Vidalia onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons margarine
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
½ cup heavy whipping cream
3 egg yolks, beaten
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
ground black pepper to taste
⅛ tablespoon hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Add onions: saute until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in flour and salt, and mix thoroughly. Gradually add chicken broth, stirring constantly. Cover, and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes.
  • When onions are very tender, stir in milk and cream. Heat through. Remove 1/2 cup soup, and mix in egg yolks. Slowly stir egg yolk mixture into soup in pan. Heat through, but do not allow soup to boil. Stir in paprika, black pepper, and red hot pepper sauce. Serve hot, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.9 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 199.3 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 820.9 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

CREAM OF ONION AND CHEESE SOUP



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Make and share this Cream of Onion and Cheese Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mimi Bobeck

Categories     Winter

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
4 diced onions
2 tablespoons flour
1 quart milk
1 cup of grated cheese
salt and pepper
paprika

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in pan and add the diced onions.
  • Cook until brown.
  • Add flour, stirring constantly.
  • Add milk (a little at a time), stirring constantly.
  • When soup is hot and thickened, add cheese and stir until it's all combined.
  • Season with salt, pepper, paprika and serve.

CHEESY CREAMY ONION SOUP



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This is a very warm hearty soup, definitely a comfort food. It takes a little time to make but it's not anything difficult. I used sweet onions but you can use stronger if that's your taste.

Provided by witchstorm

Categories     Cheese

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 quarts water
8 beef bouillon cubes
1 large onion, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup cold water
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy pot over medium heat bring to boil 2 quarts water. Stir in bouillon. Once dissolved, add onion, reduce heat and simmer 30 minute.
  • Stir in salt and pepper. Simmer 30 more minute.
  • Stir flour into 1/2 cup water till smooth. Whisk into simmering soup. Simmer 30 more minute.
  • Stir in cream and cheese until cheese is melted. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.1, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 88.3, Sodium 1427.5, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 12.1

CREAMY ONION SOUP



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My husband works at a grain elevator and is outside in all kinds of weather. He appreciates having a big bowl of this soup waiting when he comes home.-Naomi Giddis, Two Buttes, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound yellow onions (about 3 medium), sliced
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups chicken broth
Dash each pepper and dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
2 cups milk, divided
1/3 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. saucepan over medium heat, saute onions in butter. Add broth, pepper, thyme and salt if desired; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add 1-2/3 cups milk. Stir flour into remaining milk until smooth; add to soup. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY CARAMELIZED-ONION SOUP



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Slow-cooked onions take on a whole new color and flavor. They top a pureed soup made with caramelized leeks, shallots, and more onions -- plus cream and vermouth.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Yield Makes 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/4 pounds (3 to 4) leeks, white and pale-green parts only, rinsed well and coarsely chopped
5 garlic, thinly sliced
7 large shallots, about 14 ounces, thinly sliced
2 large Vidalia onions, about 20 ounces, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
3/4 cup dry white vermouth
4 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
Coarse salt
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks, garlic, shallots, and half of the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are very soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are deep golden brown, about 25 minutes.
  • Add vermouth, stock, and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes. Let cool. Puree onion mixture in batches in a blender until smooth, about 3 minutes per batch. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add remaining onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is very soft and golden brown, about 45 minutes. Cover, and set aside.
  • Return onion puree to saucepan. Stir in cream. Reheat over medium heat, stirring, until heated through but not boiling. Season with salt, if desired. Serve, topped with caramelized onions.

Tips:

  • Always use fresh onions for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have white wine on hand, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
  • To make the soup extra creamy, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.
  • If you like a cheesy, gooey soup, add a cup of shredded cheddar or Gruyère cheese.
  • For a smoky flavor, toast the bread slices before adding them to the soup.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh parsley, chives, or green onions before serving.

Conclusion:

Creamy cheesy onion soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold night. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy. In addition to the tips listed above, here are a few more things to keep in mind when making creamy cheesy onion soup:
  • Don't overcrowd the pot when cooking the onions. If you do, they will steam instead of caramelize.
  • Cook the onions until they are golden brown. This will give the soup a rich flavor.
  • Don't boil the soup. This will cause the cheese to curdle.
  • Serve the soup immediately. It will thicken as it cools.

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