Fragrant onion cream soup
4 servings
30 minutes
Fragrant onion cream soup is a true embodiment of French elegance in cuisine. Its history traces back to traditional peasant recipes where simple ingredients were transformed into exquisite dishes. Rich, silky, and delicate, this soup combines the sweetness of caramelized onions with a smooth creamy texture enhanced by cream and soft cheese. It warms the soul, fills the home with coziness, and pairs wonderfully with crispy croutons or fresh herbs. Its light yet rich flavor makes it an ideal choice for both everyday lunch and elegant dinner. This soup is not just food — it's a gastronomic journey to the heart of France filled with the aromas of a warm home.
1
Peel, wash, and cut the potatoes into large cubes. Peel the onion and slice it into thin rings. Heat butter in a pot and lightly fry the potatoes and onions.
- Potato: 500 g
- Onion: 1 kg
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
2
Pour in the broth and simmer covered on medium heat for about 15 minutes at a gentle boil.
- Vegetable broth: 1.2 l
3
Use a slotted spoon to take out some onions from the pot and set them aside in a separate dish. Blend the remaining vegetables into a puree in the broth using a blender or mixer.
4
Fill with cream and cheese, season with salt and ground black pepper.
- Cream: 50 ml
- Soft cheese: 100 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Pour the soup into deep plates, add an equal amount of reserved onion rings to each, and serve on the table, garnished with parsley leaves.
- Onion: 1 kg
- Parsley: 2 stems