Barr's French Onion Soup Recipe

Name: Barr's French Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pounds onions unpeeled; 1/2 cup butter; 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper freshly ground; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 each bay leaves; 7 cans beef stock; 1 cup white wine dry, optional; 3/4 cup flour, all-purpose; 1 x flavoring; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 x bread, french baguette opt; 1 x swiss cheese or gruyere, opt

Servings: persons

5 pounds onions unpeeled
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper freshly ground
2 tablespoons paprika
1 each bay leaves
7 cans beef stock
1 cup white wine dry, optional
3/4 cup flour, all-purpose
1 x flavoring
2 teaspoons salt
1 x bread, french baguette opt
1 x swiss cheese or gruyere, opt

1
Peel onions and slice 18 inch thick, preferably in a food processor.
2
Melt butter in a 6-quart (or larger) stockpot.
3
Add onions; cook, uncovered, over low heat for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
4
(The long cooking time makes the onions mellow and sweet.)
5
Stir in pepper, paprika and bay leaf; saute over low heat 10 minutes more, stirring frequently.
6
Pour in 6 cans broth and wine.
7
Increase heat and bring to a boil.
8
Dissolve flour in remaining 1 can broth.
9
Stir into boiling soup.
10
Reduce heat and simmer slowly for 2 hours.
11
Adjust color to a rich brown with caramel coloring, season with salt.
12
Refrigerate overnight.
13
To serve, heat soup in microwave or on stove top.
14
If desired, pour into ovenproof crocks or bowls.
15
Top with a slice of breat and a sprinkling of grated cheese.
16
Heat under the broiler until cheese melts and bubbles, about 5 minutes.

676

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pounds onions unpeeled, 1/2 cup butter, 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper freshly ground, 2 tablespoons paprika, and more.

Yes, Barr's French Onion Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Barr's French Onion Soup

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