French Onion Soup

Ingredient:

5 4 medium onions, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup butter
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground pepper
2 tbsp dry sherry
1 1/2 cups Swiss Cheese, shredded ( Optional)
2 large cup beef broth
5 slices French Bread (Optional)

Preparation: 

Place butter, onion and garlic in a 3 quart casserole. Microwave at 8 to 10 minutes high until unions are tender. Add beef broth, salt, pepper and sherry; stir to blend. Microwave at High (10) 12 to 14 minutes.

Serving Suggestion: Top individual servings of soup with one slice of French bread covered with Swiss Cheese. Microwave at High (10) 30 to 35 seconds until cheese is completely melted

Total Microwave Cooking Time: 20 1/2 to 24 3/4 Minutes. Makes 4 to 5 servings.


COOK TIP: Before reheating soup or sauces, stir them thoroughly and continue to stir frequently during heating. Stirring liquids distributes the heat and allows for good blend.

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Cheesy Chicken Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

1 whole chicken breast, haived lengthwise(8 ounces)
1/4 carrot, chopped
1/4 celery, chopped
1/4 onion, chopped
1/2 cup water
3/4 cup milk
1 10 1/2 ounce can condensed cream o chicken soup
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheese (2 ounces)

Preparation: 

1. Combine chicken water, carrot, celery and onion in a casserole, micro-cook, covered, till chicken and vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.

2. Remove chicken; cool slightly. Discard skin and bones; cut up meat. Return chicken to casserole.

3. Stir condensed soup; blend in milk Micro-cook, uncovered, till hot for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring once. Stir in cheese till melted.

Serving: Can make at least 4 servings.

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Potato Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

3 cups cubed potatoes
1/4 onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cup water
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 another cups of milk
2 tbsp all-purpose flour


Preparation: 

1. Combine potatoes, onion, salt, and water in 2-quart glass casserole. Cook with glass lid.

2. Cook for 9-12 minutes or you can use microwave for 13 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

3. Blend flour with 1 1/2 cup milk to make smooth paste.

4. Stir 1/2 cup of milk. Stir in potato mixture and continue stirring every 1 minute for 5 minutes or until thickened.

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