OLDE BLIND DOG GUINNESS STOUT ONION SOUP

This Guinness Stout-flavored onion soup is an Irish take on the French standby, topped with savory croutons and melted Kerrygold Dubliner Irish cheddar cheese.

FOR THE SOUP Croutons, homemade or seasoned

store-bought Sliced Irish cheddar, preferably

Kerrygold Dubliner

In a large pot, melt ¼ cup butter over medium heat.

When the butter is melted add onions, 1 tablespoon each salt and black pepper and very slowly begin to saute the onions over medium heat with a lid on the pot stirring often to evenly wilt onions.

When the onions are completely broken down, slightly brown and about ¼ of their original volume, add brown sugar and cook until dissolved.

When the brown sugar is dissolved increase the heat to medium high, remove lid and continue to cook the onions until the liquid is dissolved and they are golden brown.

When the onions are golden brown add the bottle of Guinness draught, 1 quart each of chicken and beef stock, the bay leaf and the 2 teaspoons of fresh thyme. Bring to a low boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 2030 minutes until the alcohol in the Guinness is evaporated.

TO SERVE

Fill six crocks or bowls ¾ of the way with the soup, cover with croutons and sliced cheddar and broil in oven until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Serves: 6

Per serving, without croutons and cheese: 203 calories (percent of calories from fat, 40), 10 grams protein, 22 grams carbohydrates, 3 grams fiber, 10 grams fat (5 grams saturated), 21 milligrams cholesterol, 1,090 milligrams sodium.

CONTRIBUTED BY OLDE BLIND DOG IRISH PUB