Charming the Cauldron

  Steak and Ale Soup  with Rosemary Croutons You may have noticed...I love soup. There is no better dish in the winter. It simmers all day and makes your home warm and cozy and then it nourishes and warms your belly. It's definitely a comfort food. This soup is easy but impressive, especially when served with homemade croutons. It's not really a traditional pub food, but it's more of a soup version of steak and ale pie. What You'll Need: Avocado Oil Ribeye Steak - one large or two if you're going big Salt and Pepper 4 Tablespoons flour Yellow Onion (not sweet), diced 16 ounces White Mushrooms, sliced 6-8  cloves of Garlic, minced Italian Seasoning or Steak Seasoning Can of Ale - I used 'Sweater Weather' Ale 2 cartons of Beef Stock Flat Leaf Parsley Rosemary Thyme (fresh is best) For the croutons: Baguette Avocado or Olive Oil Fresh Rosemary Garlic Powder What You'll Do: Cube the steak and place in a bowl. Add 2 T of flour, generously salt and pepper it a...