Stilton and Onion Soup
Swan Inn
Stilton and Onion Soup
Swan Inn
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3 onions (about 1 pound), minced 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter 2 tablespoons all purpose flour 2 cups milk 6 ounces Stilton, crumbled Directions: In a large heavy saucepan, cook the onions in the butter over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are softened, and stir in the flour. Cook the mixture over moderately low heat, whisking, for 3 minutes and add the milk in a stream, whisking. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, and simmer it for 10 to 12 minutes, or until it is thickened. Stir in the stilton, stirring until it is melted, and season the soup with salt and pepper. Makes about 4 cups, serving 4.
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