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Creamy Soups and Sauces Recipe

French · Soup · 40 min total

A versatile base recipe for creamy soups or sauces that can be customized with your favorite vegetables or seasonings.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
2. Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture and stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook the flour.
3. Gradually whisk in broth, stirring to prevent lumps. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
4. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. For a smooth soup, use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. For a sauce, serve as is.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.

Tips

• For a vegetable soup, add 2 cups of chopped cooked vegetables (like broccoli, cauliflower, or carrots) before blending.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently.
• To make a dairy-free version, substitute butter with olive oil and heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk.

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