ARMENIAN ONION SOUP

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories.

croutons

🥗Healthier: toasted whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Stale bread reduces waste and adds texture.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible.

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat until foamy.

Add sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in chicken broth and water, then add bay leaves and diced carrots.

Season with salt, pepper, and paprika, then bring to a simmer.

Add diced potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and blend the soup until smooth, if desired.

Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and croutons.

Cooking Techniques

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