Creamy Maple Brie and Cheddar Apple Soup

Step 1

Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat, add the onions and cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 2

Add the garlic and thyme and cook until fragrant, about a minute.

Step 3

Add the broth, cider and apples, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the apples are tender, about 20 minutes.

Step 4

Add the vanilla, maple syrup, cheddar and brie and cook until the cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Puree the soup in a blender and optionally strain any bits of brie rind that may remain before seasoning with salt and pepper before enjoying!

Step 6

Pulse the butter, flour, sugar, salt and cinnamon in a food processor until grainy.

Step 7

Mix in the rolled oats and nuts with your hands until they clump up before spreading in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake in a preheated 375F/190C oven until lightly golden brown, about 10-20 minutes, mixing every 5-10 minutes, mixing every 5 minutes.