Canyon Ranch Five Onion Bisque
The combination of so many kinds of onions in this Five Onion Bisque gives this soup a depth of flavor which is truly satisfying. This bisque is so low in both fat and calories that it is an excellent first course for many meals and ideal for dinner parties. It is served as a puree, topped with croutons, as a small appetizer.
Servings: 6
Calories: 76kcal
A creamy style onion soup, served as a puree, and topped with croutons, courtesy of Canyon Ranch Spa
Ingredients
- 8 gloves fresh garlic peeled
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 medium Sweet Vidalia Onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 medium Maui onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped well-rinsed leeks white part only
- 4 scallions chopped
- 1/4 cup non-alcoholic champagne
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground
- black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1/2 cup chopped chives
- 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
- fresh basil leaves for garnish
- 18 sourdough croutons for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Lightly spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Spread the garlic cloves on the sheet and bake until very soft, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
- Melt the butter in a 4-quart stockpot. Add the Vidalia and Maui onions and slowly cook them until caramelized, or a golden brown in color, about 30 to 40 minutes. Add the leeks and scallions and cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes. Add the roasted garlic and champagne and cook until almost dry. Add the stock, salt, and pepper and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the heat. Add the chives and allow to cool slightly. Spoon the mixture into a blender and puree while adding the sour cream.
- Pour the puree back into the saucepan and reheat it to serving temperature. Garnish each serving with additional chives or other herbs, toasted sourdough croutons. Allow 3 croutons each.
- Enjoy!
Spa Index Kitchen Notes
In place of toasted croutons, try making low carb parmesan crisps instead -- they are tailor made for this bisque.
Canyon Ranch serves small cups of this, approximately 2 oz, as a serving.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 76 kcal (4%) | Carbohydrates: 14 g (5%) | Protein: 4 g (8%) | Cholesterol: 2 mg (1%) | Sodium: 374 mg (16%)