| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 60 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 455 | 22g | 13g | 35g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 8g | 3g | 18g | 1.8g |
There’s something uniquely comforting about a bowl of our Bermuda Onion Soup that transports me straight to my roots in New England. It reminds me of cooking in my mother’s kitchen, the sound of a bustling household echoing in the background, while aromatic scents steamed from our pots. This vegetable-based recipe, brimming with depth and flavor, combines unexpected elements which makes me fall in love all over again, every time I prepare it.
Being a seafood enthusiast from Portland, Maine, I’ve always had an appreciation for simplistically sophisticated food. Our Bermuda Onion Soup has nostalgia tied into its roots, and it conjures up memories much like my favorite seafood dishes. It’s warm and hearty, resembling a seafood chowder, minus the expected seafood ingredients. It brims with delectable layers of flavor, all born from ordinary components, coming together to create an exceptional dish.
Bermuda Onion Soup: A Blend of Nutrients
Not only is our Bermuda Onion Soup a delicious comfort food, it’s packed with significant health benefits too. Onions are known for their health properties including their high vitamin C content, and ability to boost heart health. They also contain powerful compounds believed to have anticancer properties. Onions are truly an underrated superfood! The incorporation of dry white wine introduces potent antioxidants and the Gruyere cheese offers a useful source of protein and calcium. Talk about a healthy indulgence!
Potential Pairings
In my household, we love to pair this soup with a side of crusty baguette for dipping. A seared scallop dish or a serving of my signature New England clam chowder often finds its way next to our Bermuda Onion Soup and the pairing is divine! The subtle, yet rich flavors of the soup complement the seafood dishes perfectly. The seared scallops are particularly scrumptious, with the light sweet flavors balancing out the rich and deep notes in the soup.
It’s hard not to adore the Bermuda Onion Soup. It’s a recipe that brings the family together while nourishing us with its goodness. It’s certainly a dish that keeps on giving, brimming with flavor, health, and a spoonful of heartwarming memories.
What You’ll Need
- 2 large Bermuda onions
- 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 1 scant teaspoon of sugar
- 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 8 cups of beef broth
- 1 cup of dry white wine
- 1 sprig of fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 baguette
- 2 cups of grated Gruyere cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
Step One
Begin by peeling and thinly slicing the 2 large Bermuda onions.
Step Two
In a large pot, melt the 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and the scant teaspoon of sugar to the pot. Stir until the onions are well coated with the butter and turn a deep, caramel color. This should take around 30 minutes.
Step Three
Sprinkle the onions with the 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Continue to stir the onions for about 2-3 minutes, until the flour is well combined.
Step Four
Gradually stir in the 8 cups of beef broth and 1 cup of dry white wine. Keep stirring the mixture until all the components are well combined and starting to simmer.
Step Five
As the soup starts to simmer, add the sprig of fresh thyme and bay leaf. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 30 minutes. During this time, the soup will reduce a bit and the flavours will intensify.
Step Six
While the soup is simmering, cut the baguette into rounds and toast them until they are golden brown.
Step Seven
Preheat your oven broiler. Discard the thyme and bay leaf from the soup, then season the soup to taste with salt and pepper.
Step Eight
Ladle the soup into ovenproof bowls. Place a toasted baguette round on top each bowl, then sprinkle generously with the grated Gruyere cheese.
Step Nine
Place the bowls under the broiler for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Be careful not to let it burn!
Step Ten
Remove the bowls from the oven carefully, and serve your Bermuda Onion Soup hot. Enjoy!
