Bruce's Favorite French Onion Soup Recipe

Name: Bruce's Favorite French Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups spanish onions sliced; 7 each beef bouillon cubes low sodium; 3 each chicken bouillon cubes; 2 cups garlic chopped; 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce; ⅔ cup brandy; 1/2 cup butter; 10 cups water boiling; 1 x oregano thyme, parsley, cayenne pepper; 1 x mozzarella cheese grated; 1 x swiss cheese grated; 1 x croutons

Servings: persons

8 cups spanish onions sliced
7 each beef bouillon cubes low sodium
3 each chicken bouillon cubes
2 cups garlic chopped
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
⅔ cup brandy
1/2 cup butter
10 cups water boiling
1 x oregano thyme, parsley, cayenne pepper
1 x mozzarella cheese grated
1 x swiss cheese grated
1 x croutons

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1) Melt butter and onions in a large pot.
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Stir until soft (but not brown).
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2) Dissolve cubes in 1 cup boiling water.
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Add this to pot along with remaining boiling water.
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Do not add cubes directly to pot until they are dissolved.
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3) Add garlic cloves, worcestershire sauce, brandy.
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4) Add spices to taste.
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Quite a few dashes of each.
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Stir until mixed in.
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5) Simmer on low (2-3) heat on stove for 1 1/2 hours.
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6) Fill french onion soup bowl 23 full of soup.
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7) Add covering of croutons.
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Add covering of grated cheeses.
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Be generous with the cheese!
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8) Bake at 350F (180C) until the cheese is bubbling and slightly brown.

6625

kcal

Calories

668

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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: 8 cups spanish onions sliced, 7 each beef bouillon cubes low sodium, 3 each chicken bouillon cubes, 2 cups garlic chopped, and more.

Yes, Bruce's Favorite 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bruce's Favorite French Onion Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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