an onion soup call'd the king's soup
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This recipe is adapted from The Lady's Companion, a cookbook published in 1753, which was owned by Martha Washington.
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yield
4 serving(s)
prep time
15 Min
cook time
45 Min
Ingredients For an onion soup call'd the king's soup
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2 lgbermuda onions, thinly sliced
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1 qtmilk
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1/2 tspmace blades
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1/2 c(1 stick) butter
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1 1/2 tspsalt
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1egg yolk
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chopped parsley
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croutons
How To Make an onion soup call'd the king's soup
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1Place onions, milk, mace, butter, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook slowly for 30-40 mins., or until onions are very tender. Pick out mace blades & discard.
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2Beat egg yolk in a small bowl, then add a little of the hot soup, beating constantly. Pour egg mixture into soup and cook a minute or two to thicken slightly.
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3Sprinkle each serving with finely chopped parsley, then add a few croutons.
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