Copycat Walkabout Onion Soup
A creamy, cheesy Copycat Walkabout Onion Soup featuring tender onions, chicken broth, cheddar, Velveeta, and a smooth milk-based sauce, topped with bacon and cheese for added richness.
8 Servings
Ingredients
Soup Base:
- 2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 chicken bouillon cubes
- 1 can about 14 ounces chicken broth
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Cream Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Cheese and Garnish:
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup Velveeta cheese
- Cooked bacon crumbled (optional)
- Additional shredded cheese for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Onions:
- In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they become tender and translucent. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Add Broth and Seasoning:
- Stir in the chicken bouillon cubes, chicken broth, sea salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently to incorporate the flavors.
Prepare the Cream Sauce:
- In a separate saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth, then gradually add the milk, continuing to whisk to avoid lumps. Season with ¼ teaspoon salt. Cook until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Incorporate Cheese:
- Add the Velveeta cheese to the onion mixture, stirring until melted. Slowly pour in the cream sauce and combine thoroughly.
Simmer the Soup:
- Reduce the heat to low and allow the soup to cook gently for approximately 45 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure the consistency remains smooth and the cheese is fully incorporated.
Finish and Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
To prepare this Copycat Walkabout Onion Soup as gluten-free, replace the all-purpose flour in the cream sauce with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch slurry. Ensure that the chicken bouillon cubes used are certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain wheat derivatives.