CARAMELIZED GARLIC-ONION BISQUE

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Caramelized Garlic-Onion Bisque image

Provided by Herbert Norton

Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Garlic     Onion     Potato     Sauté     Fall     Winter     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8 to 10 as a first course (10 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups peeled garlic cloves (4 large heads)
5 onions, thinly sliced
2 large shallots, sliced
1 russet (baking) potato, peeled and sliced
3 tablespoons Sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
6 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup well-shaken buttermilk
White pepper

Steps:

  • Melt oil and butter in a large heavy pot over moderately low heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized, 10 to 12 minutes. Add onions and shallots and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in potato, vinegar, and rosemary. Increase heat to high and sauté), stirring, for 2 minutes. Add broth and bring to a boil, then simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are very soft, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Purée soup in 3 batches in blender (use caution when blending hot liquids) until very smooth. Stir in cream and buttermilk and season with salt and white pepper. Serve hot.

Cassandra Frederick
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This bisque was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less caramelized onions next time.


Faiz Bangash
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This bisque was delicious! I added a bit of extra garlic and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Israt Fariha
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This bisque was easy to make and so flavorful. I used a combination of white and yellow onions and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Taylor Moffett
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I made this bisque for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the rich flavor and creamy texture. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Shazia Jutt
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This bisque was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The caramelized onions and garlic added a wonderful depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.