Browned Flour Soup From Basle Switzerland Food

BASLER MEHLSUPPE (BASEL FLOUR SOUP)

Steps:

• 1. Cook the flour in a dry, hot skillet until light brown. Add butter to flour and mix.
• 2. Add onions and cook until softened, about 10 or 15 minutes. Add beef stock, bring to a boil, and simmer 20 minutes. Serve with grated cheese.
• 3. Add a dash of red wine if desired.

BASLE FLOUR SOUP

Steps:

• Melt the butter.
• Add 2 Tbsp flour and brown lightly, stirring constantly.
• Add remaining flour, stir in, and remove pan from heat.
• Pour in bouillon and stir well--be sure not to let it get lumpy!
• Simmer at low heat for a minimum of 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Serve topped with grated cheese.
• Optional: top with onion rings, croutons, chopped parsley or chives, etc.

BRAUNE MEHLSUPPE - BROWN FLOUR SOUP

Steps:

• Melt butter; stir in flour and cook until light tan, stirring constantly.
• Add stock slowly, stirring constantly.
• Add seasonings to taste and continue cooking for up to two hours.