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Creamy onion soup with cheese croûtons

Prep time less than 30 mins
Cook time less than 30 mins
Serves 2
Dietary Vegetarian
From Ready Steady Cook

Method


  1. Preheat the grill to its highest setting.

  2. Heat the oil in a saucepan over a medium heat. Add the onions and butter to the saucepan and fry for 4-5 minutes to soften.Add a pinch of nutmeg and cook for a further two minutes.

  3. Add the wine, cream and water to the saucepan and whisk to mix well. Heat to a simmer and cook for a further ten minutes, then add the chives.

  4. Meanwhile, for the croûtons, place the cheese on top of the toast and place under the gril, to cook for 1-2 minutes or,l until bubbling.

  5. To serve, pour the soup into a serving bowl and top with the croûtons.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 large onions, halved and sliced
  • 55g/2oz butter
  • pinch nutmeg
  • 75ml/3fl oz white wine
  • splash double cream
  • 200ml/7fl oz hot water
  • handful fresh chives, chopped

For the croûtons

  • 2 slices french bread, toasted
  • handful cheddar cheese, grated

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