French Onion Soup Done My Way Recipe

Name: French Onion Soup Done My Way
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups onions (I like the sweet onions); ¼ cup butter; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; ½ cup white wine (optional); ½ cup Wondra Flour; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ tablespoon paprika; 1 bay leaf; 6 cups beef broth, divided (5 & 1); 1 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet; shredded gruyere; toasted sliced French bread

Servings: persons

4 cups onions (I like the sweet onions)
¼ cup butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup white wine (optional)
½ cup Wondra Flour
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ tablespoon paprika
1 bay leaf
6 cups beef broth, divided (5 & 1)
1 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet
shredded gruyere
toasted sliced French bread

1
Melt butter and combined with oil and onions.
2
Cook for 1 1/2 hours stir occasionally.
3
(You can cut down the cook time, but the longer you cook the onions, the softer and sweeter they get).
4
Stir in pepper, paprika and bay leaf, cook 10 minutes.
5
Add 5 cups beef broth and optional white wine, bring to a boil.
6
Add remaining 1 cup beef broth to Wondra flour, dissolve flour in broth and add to soup.
7
(This will thicken broth, if you want a thinner broth, either omit flour or cut the flour back).
8
Add Kitchen Bouquet.
9
Reduce heat and simmer slowly for 2 hours.
10
Pour into ovenproof crocks or bowls.
11
Top with slice of bread and sprinkle with cheese.
12
Broil till cheese melts.
13
NOTE: You can cut back on the times for step #1 and #6 to get it on the table faster.

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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: 4 cups onions (I like the sweet onions), ¼ cup butter, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, ½ cup white wine (optional), and more.

Yes, French Onion Soup Done My Way 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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French Onion Soup Done My Way

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