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Article: [ Onion Soup ]
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- The Topeka Capital-Journal
- Article date:
- December 15, 2001
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If you have a warm spot for onion soup, here's a layer of onion
tips and facts about storing and handling that should help you get
the most out of the onions you cook with.
- Onions should never be stored in the refrigerator or in plastic
bags. The best way to store onions is in a cool, dry, well-
ventilated place.
- High heat makes onions bitter. When sauteing onions, always use
low or medium heat.
- To reduce tearing when cutting onions, first chill the onions
for 30 minutes. Cut off the top and peel the outer layers leaving the
root intact. (The root end has the largest concentration of sulphuric
compounds that make your eyes tear.)
- Onions not only provide flavor, ...