Cream of Vidalia Onion Soup Recipe

Ingredients

Servings: 8

2 tbsp olive oil

3 cups Vidalia onions, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 1/2 quarts chicken stock

2 cups peeled, diced potatoes

4 sprigs fresh thyme

1 cup fat-free half & half

2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp white pepper

1/4 cup scallions, sliced

Exchanges/Choices:

1 Carbohydrate

1/2 Fat

Calories 100

Calories from Fat 20

Total Fat 2.5g

Saturated Fat 0.6g

Cholesterol 5mg

Sodium 625mg

Carbohydrate 17g

Dietary Fiber 2g

Sugar 5g

Protein 3g

In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add Vidalia onions and slowly cook until onions are soft and translucent but not browned.
Add minced garlic, chicken stock, diced potatoes, and thyme. Bring to a low simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes. Remove thyme and blend liquid until smooth.
Return to pot and add half & half; season with salt and pepper. Bring back to a simmer and stir.
Remove from heat, garnish with fresh scallions and serve.

Fun Facts / Cooking Tips
	Vidalia onion originated from Georgia and is named Georgia's official state vegetable. You can share this creamy delicious soup made with Vidalia Onion with any diabetics family members and friends.

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