Beer Soup
Though this soup is simple, its flavors are surprisingly complex. The beer and the well-toasted bread add bitterness, while the cream balances them. Don’t forget freshly grated nutmeg; it adds to the ...
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chopped red onion
- 2–4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ cup dark beer
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Whisk all ingredients together.
Salad suggestions:
- Blue cheese
- Croutons: For homemade croutons, toss day-old bread cubes in olive oil and a pinch of salt. Roast in a 300° oven for 7–10 minutes, until toasted on the outside.
- Salad mix
- Spinach
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