Step 1

For the Roux:

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan then sprinkle the flour on top. Whisk quickly until well combined. Cook, whisking occasionally, until the roux turns light golden brown. Slowly, while whisking, add 1-cup chicken broth to the roux and whisk vigorously until smooth. Remove the roux from the heat and set it aside while combining other ingredients.

Step 3

For the Soup:

Step 4

In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons oil over MED-HIGH heat. Add the carrots and celery, sauté 5 minutes; stir occasionally. Add the diced onions and cook 3 additional minutes or until the onions are translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook 30 seconds – just long enough for the garlic to bloom.

Step 5

Slowly add 1 cup of broth while scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze the pan. Add the rest of the broth and the wine, the roux and stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil and stir often..

Step 6

Reduce the heat to LOW and add all other ingredients except the garnishes.

Step 7

Simmer 15 minutes then taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary. This is the time to add salt or pepper, if desired. Continue to simmer the soup until it thickens, about 30-45 minutes more, or to the desired consistency.

Step 8

Discard the bay leaves.

Step 9

Garnish with sprinklings of shredded Gruyere and fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve with crusty bread. Mmm-Mmm GREAT!

Step 11

Enjoy!!