Shamrock Irish Onion Soup

PROS

The addition of Irish whiskey adds a unique and delicious twist to traditional onion soup.

This recipe is easy to make and can be prepared in under an hour.

The puff pastry topping is a crispy and flavorful addition to the soup.

CONS

This soup is high in calories and fat due to the butter and cheese content.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this soup is not particularly healthy, it does contain a variety of vitamins and minerals from the leeks and onions.
Leeks are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and manganese, while onions are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and folate.

	1/4 cup butter
	8 leeks , white & pale green parts only , split lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices ( about 4 cups )
	1 onion , halved , sliced crosswise
	3 -4 garlic cloves , minced
	2 teaspoons sugar
	1/2 teaspoon pepper
	1/2 cup Irish whiskey
	2 cans beef broth
	1 sheet frozen puff pastry , thawed
	1 egg
	4 ounces grated cheddar cheese or 4 ounces parmesan cheese ( 1 cup , finely grated )

1.	Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add leeks, onion, garlic, sugar, and pepper, stirring until onions caramelize and leeks soften.
2.	Pour in the Irish whiskey and simmer for 5 minutes.
3.	Add the beef broth and bring to a boil. Then, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
4.	While the soup simmers, cut the puff pastry into 4 circles and place on a greased baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with grated cheese.
5.	Bake the pastry circles at 400F degrees for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
6.	Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a pastry circle before serving.

Shamrock Irish Onion Soup

Shamrock Irish Onion Soup - A twist on traditional onion soup with a touch of Irish whiskey

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