French Onion Soup Recipe

Name: French Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. thinly sliced onions (the more onions, the better); 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1 Tbsp. oil; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. sugar; 3 Tbsp. flour; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 tsp. sage; 1/2 c. red wine; salt and pepper to taste; 3 cans beef broth; 3 Tbsp. cognac (optional); 1 to 2 c. grated Swiss or Parmesan cheese; toasted sliced French bread

Servings: persons

2 lb. thinly sliced onions (the more onions, the better)
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 Tbsp. oil
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. sugar
3 Tbsp. flour
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp. sage
1/2 c. red wine
salt and pepper to taste
3 cans beef broth
3 Tbsp. cognac (optional)
1 to 2 c. grated Swiss or Parmesan cheese
toasted sliced French bread

1
In heavy bottomed, 4-quart covered pot, melt butter and oil. Add onions.
2
Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes.
3
Stir in salt and sugar.
4
Cook over moderate heat for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions are deep golden brown.
5
Sprinkle in flour and stir over low heat for several minutes to cook flour. In a separate pot, bring broth to a boil.
6
Remove soup pot from heat and add boiling liquid, wine and seasonings.
7
Simmer, partially covered, for 30 to 40 minutes.
8
Just before serving, stir in cognac.
9
Pour in soup tureen or individual ovenproof bowls. Stir in some cheese and top with toasted French bread.
10
Sprinkle lightly with paprika.
11
Place bowls on cookie sheet and cover with the rest of the cheese.
12
Bake 15 minutes in a 325u00b0 oven and serve immediately.

368

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. thinly sliced onions (the more onions, the better), 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, 1 Tbsp. oil, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, 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.

French Onion Soup

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