Simply Roasted Garlic And Onion Soup

Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ingredients

• 4 -6 large red onions, quartered (3 1/2 pounds)
• 1 cup garlic clove, peeled (2 large heads)
• 2 shallots, peeled (about 1/3 cup)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 -2 tablespoon seasoning salt (or emeril's essence)
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 2 teaspoons sage (fresh)
• 2 teaspoons thyme (fresh)
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup cream

Recipe

• 1 preheat oven to 400 degrees.
• 2 combine the onions, garlic, and shallots in a roasting pan in a single layer. add the olive oil and seasoning salt, and toss to coat. roast until well browned, about 1 1/2 hours.
• 3 remove the pan from the oven and set over 2 burners on medium-low heat. add 2 cups of chicken stock, sage, thyme and salt. cook for 10 minutes, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to incorporate any of the caramelized bits from the bottom.
• 4 transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth, about 2 minutes.
• 5 transfer the mixture to a large pot over medium-low heat. add remaining 4 cups chicken stock and balsamic vinegar, and stir to combine. bring to a simmer and stir in cream. serve with french bread.